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.
The cash transfer empowered me to purchase household items that I could not afford. I bought clothing and bedding for my household. I am also delighted that I have saved money which I intend to spend on constructing a house.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
When I read the mobile money message on my phone, I was overwhelmed with joy that day.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent the first cash transfer to pay school fees worth UGX65000. I bought a mattress worth UGX150000 and bed sheets worth UGX 20000 and a bed cover worth UGX25000. I bought utensils worth UGX95000 and a goat worth UGX130000. I hired a piece of land worth UGX150000. I bought a solar power system worth UGX150000 and clothes worth UGX90000. I spent UGX150000 as capital to boost up my business. I have saved the remaining cash transfer to enable me construct a house.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means an end to sleeping in a dilapidated structure.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening. This is because at that time I have closed my business and now counting the profits made.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is finding money to help meet some family needs like school fees.
