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 biggest difference in my daily life is that, I live each day stress free. This is because, I have the money to buy the things I didn't own before. Forexample building materials for plastering my house and buying an ox.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
My heart felt too happy on the day when I received the transfer. I lacked alot of needs with no money to meet them, but thanks for the GiveDirectly unconditional cash transfer.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I have not yet spent my first transfer, but I'm planning to buy an ox and plaster my iron roofed house.
Enrolled
access_time 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that I will be in position to complete the construction of my house, build a house for my mother and buy household items.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest in the evening when my grand children come and play from home.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is lack of land for cultivation.
