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?
I could not believe that the money was actually in my phone. I thought it was a lie at the beginning. I was in disbelief, happy and very thankful at the same time.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
The biggest difference for me Will be being able to build a proper house and living in it. I am very thankful.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have not spent the money. I want to build a new house since the one I live in is not so strong. I Will buy Iron sheets, nails, cement and also pay those building the house using the Very same money From Give Directly.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
I will use the money for building a much better house as the one I currently live in is built from mud and is grass thatched. I also want to use the money for buying fertilizers so that I harvest enough food next growing season
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest whenever I can eat a nice meal like chicken
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I lack money for fertilizers resulting in my household being constantly being hit by hunger
