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 fact that together with my husband, I was able to start a business that is now generating a daily income to support my family. Prior to receiving this transfer my husband was a barber to make ends meet yet was interested in buying and selling clothes.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money, I felt so happy given that I had taken a while to receive my money.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent most my first transfer Ugx 1500000 to give my husband to open up a cloth business.
I used the balance to buy some household items such as utensils bed sheets, and feeding my family.
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access_time over 4 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this transfer means that I will build a permanent house and have the businness of my own.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening since I rest from my day's hurdles.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is accomodation. I have lived in the rental all my marriage life and it hasn't been comfortable since the house isn't spacious enough.
