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 moment I recieved my money, I became very happy because my desire to acquire a cow was going to be fulfilled.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer for purchasing a cow at UGX 870,000. I lent out UGX 500,000 in exchange of an acre of land and the remaining money I used for buying food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that, I have owned a cow that I had desired in life. The milk from the cow will generate income that I will use for buying basic needs like soap, clothes, food. Previously I used to do casual labour(working in people's gardens) to get income for buying basic needs at my old age.
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What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is poverty.
I am not able to help myself because I don't have resources to support.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the noon time when I have had lunch.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to build an iron roofed house, buy a cow so that I can have milk, buy some household items for example beddings and clothes.
