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 daily life is different now because I have money at hand that I can use as I please. I am also a happy person because I was able to acquire my assets like bulls, and land that I can now use freely and even convert them to monetary terms when need arises. Prior to getting this transfer, my life was really difficult given the fact that I was staying with my aunt who never appreciated anything that I did. I always had to do casual labor to raise money to cater for my personal needs.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money, I really felt happy that I got up and jumped around with joy.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to buy two bulls at Ugx 890000.
I then hired farm land at Ugx 200000.
I bought some household items such as mattress, bed sheets.
I am saving up some money that I plan to use when emergencies arise.
Enrolled
access_time almost 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
When I receive this money, I will buy some piece of land and also build a house on it. This will enable me plan for myself because Currently, I am staying and practicing agriculture on my sister's land but with limitations so by acquiring my own, I will have full control and do whatever I want on that land.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the afternoon because I am always sitted with other people who comfort and give me company.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced is poverty. I left my ancestral home in Katakwi district 5 years ago after Karamojongs raided our land. My sister took me up here but I don't have all the liberty to do something to develop my self.
