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.
The biggest difference in my daily life is the happiness I feel because I was able to boost my general merchandise shop. Prior to getting this transfer, the shop was failing since the stuff in it was used up and I had nowhere to find money to restock it.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money, I felt so happy knowing that I would boost my business.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer Ugx 1500000 to boost my general merchandise shop.
I spent the balance of transfer to cater for some needs that my children wanted such as three small mattresses, school bags, clothing and feeding during Christmas.
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access_time over 4 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that I will be able to buy a plot of land. Iam doing some small business but there are few customers due to it's location hence I realise little profites. I intend to buy aplot of land in abusy centre along the main road. I will build a house on this plot for doing my business. This business will be making money for the sustainability of my family members like Education, better health care services and feeding.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My family plans stress alot since Iam harden due to inadequate money. However friends give usefull thoughts to me during evening hours which relieve some stress off as we share ideas.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is lack of enough money for paying my children's fees. My children are studying in a private school which require instant fees payment, so since some times I run short of money they are sent home. This is affecting their academic progress.
