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 life has improved because with my first transfer, I bought solar energy which gives me enough lighting in house. In the past, I used kerosen lamp which could cause smoke pollution and this was health risk. Secondly, soon I will be sleeping in a permanent house. Currently, I'm occupying my sister-in-laws hut which is even leaking.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer, I felt very happy because I got money for own building apermanent house. The one I'm occupying is for my sister in law.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought building materials( 4 trips of bricks, iron sheets and tember) worth UGX 1,505,000, bought solar energy worth UGX 150,000 and paid labour worth UGX 80,000.
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access_time 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that I utilise for building iron-roofed house. Iam residing in a grass thatched house which leaks whenever it rains. I end up missing sleep and some of my property gets dump wet. I will be able to gain enough sleep and also store my household items well once the house is built.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My favourite part of the day is morning hours. I wake up with good moods of cultivation and this has managed to help in getting food for my family.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is sickness. My children are often suffering from maleria and it's too costly to treat hence Iam unable to save money for maitaining the family.
