We check in with people at each stage of the cash transfer process to see how things are going. Take a look at some of their stories as they appear here in real-time.
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My house had spent over two years at the ring beam level. I could not complete it because of limited finance. However, the first cash transfer has empowered me to roof the house.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt very happy when I received the cash transfer. This transfer was to complete my house.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent the first cash transfer to purchase timber worth UGX1120000. I spent UGX350000 0n labour. I bought cement worth UGX75000. The balance was spent on food and transport.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to complete the construction of my house so that I can start sleeping in it. I failed to complete it because my household earnings are low and yet I have other responsibilities to take care of.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest in the noon time when I have had a meal. I feel grateful because I have been able to find food for my household.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is providing the education needs of my children. All my children are of school going age and they actually study. However, taking care of their needs is a charllage. There is almost no money. My husband does carpentry, I do farming but what we are able to raise is not enough to sort our household needs.
Some times my children are sent out of school for failure to pay fees on time. I feel so bad yet I can't reverse the situation.
