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 moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The first time i received the transfer message i was super excited,I was one of the people who didn't believe about the whole transfer programme maybe because the money is too much but I'm so grateful and thank you.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that i have adequate food,i have clothes and kitchen utensils and to be honest I'm very happy,all the credit goes to GiveDirectly because without the transfers i wouldn't have been able to accomplish alot.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
With my first transfer i have used a small part of the money to buy basic needs such as beddings and food .
On the other hand i have been trying to source money for passport because my dream is to go to South Africa, I'm really lucky because this opportunity presented its self, so I paid part of the transfer for my passport apparently I'm just waiting for transport money.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
The thing that i have always wanted is a good house with iron sheets and burnt bricks. Recipient this money will help me achieve it and also help me have a comfortable place to sleep by buying mattress and blankets.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The thing that has brought happiness in my life for the past months is initiation ceremonies. My friend's daughter was part of the girls who was Initiated and I was excited to be part of the dancing team.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The challenges that I am currently facing are financial challenges. I have tried doing a small business which I was selling doughnuts and tomatoes but I was just getting losses so I stopped.
