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.
Currently I am very glad that we have embarked on completing our house which had spent two years due to lack of money. I am also happy that I can buy good food for the family. Previously, we had to eat the same type of sauce with no hopes of a balanced diet. Green vegetables was the main dish consumed at home.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was woken up by a message tone. When I checked the phone, became extremely happy and relieved because we had always prayed for this opportunity.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent UGX 700000 to purchase household items such as a mattress, bed sheets, a bed, utensils, and clothes. My spouse purchased cement and timber with part of the cash transfer. At hand we have a balance of UGX 250000 which will be spent on buying food for the builders.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Givedirectly transfers I will spend on buying household items like a bed, mattresses , bed sheets and blacket. My family members will definitely sleep in descent beddings hence preventing them from the current issue of using old and torn items. They will also be no more serious pneumonia attacking my children as it too common now days due to coldness.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of the day is afternoon especially after lunch. Iam able to chat our family plans with my spouse since it's the only time of resting from abussy day of work.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is lack of money for Educating my children. Iam poor and I have failled to provide school fees for the children on time. This as always affected thier performances since they are sent home regularly.
