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 so far is that I am happy and healthy. I spent part of the cash transfer to treat myself from the adverse effects of food poison.
Previously, I was unhealthy and my condition was worrisome. The poison was slowly affecting my body. However, I am very glad that the cash transfer came as a blessing to me.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I heard my neighbours shouting that they had received money from GiveDirectly. Unfortunately, I could not access my mobile money account at that moment. I felt happy because I knew this money was going to help my family.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent UGX 200000 on my medical treatment and the balance of UGX 1500000 was spent by my spouse to finance his comprehensive nursing course.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that I will be able to buy a piece of land for me to cultivate in order to get food.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest in the evening when I am seated with other members of the family and we are telling stories.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is inadequacy of land for me to cultivate.
