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.
This financial support has enabled me pay for a piece of land which when cultivated, its produce will fully benefit my family. Before receiving this money, I hired land for farming that couldn't earn alot for my family because the produce got was used for renting land and family support. Secondly, I have acquire a bed and a new mattress that has made me very happy. Previously, I slept on an old mattress that was uncomfortable without a bed.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I recieved my money, I was over whelmed by joy because I had got the money that would enable me pay for a piece of land that I needed most.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my transfer to pay for a piece of land at UGX 1,000,000 and UGX 700,000 I bought a bed , mattress, clothes, solar and foodstuffs.
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access_time 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to buy a piece of land for cultivation.
I have only a very small portion which is not enough to support my household.
I believe receiving this money will improve food productivity in my home.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest in the noon time when I am seated with my neighbours.
We make fun.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is lack of farm land.
What is available for me to cultivate is too small to sustain the needs of the family.
I am forced to hire land so as to be able to provide for my household.
However, this is too expensive for me considering my income.
