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 was very very happy that i danced with my phone in my hands. Up to today i am still happy and greatful
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
I now have a warm and soft place to sleep and i am very very happy because this is something that i would not have managed by myself.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
When I recieved the money, i bought a mattress, 2 blankets and iron sheets for my home. I have been sleeping on the bare ground using a sack for a sleeping mat. I saw this opportunity to find a mattress so that i nolonger sleep on the ground.
The iron sheets i have kept so that when i have more money i can build a much comfortable house .
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am so excited, I have very big plans for this money. I will buy beddings and I will build myself a house.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Evening, after work.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship was when I got so sick. I was diagnosed with TB
