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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Receiving this money means my compound and farms will have proper fencing. I have an acre of grass which I sell during the rainy season to be able to pay school fees but has poor fencing. Hippos, goats and cows access it and destroy a better part of it hence low production hence affecting my income. I plan on purchasing fencing poles and mesh at a cost of $400 using the transfers. I am so excited because my farm will be secured and my yield will double from that.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I joined a table banking contributions in my village and it has helped me a lot. Every month I get $40 every two months. This has helped me pay school fees for my grandchildren hence giving me enough time to look for other money.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Financial challenges are the biggest challenge. I sell tea and cakes to make a living and this earns me $ 2 a day. I hardly save any amount because i use all of it to purchase food and school utilities for my grandchildren. If I had a better source of income I would meet my needs comfortably.
