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.
I am happy because I have acquired property that I could not afford before. I rennovated the house interior and also fitted a nice door and window.
Previously, the house had no windows and a strong door. I feel safe and happier ever since I rennovated it.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I received a mobile money message early in the morning. I was extremely happy when I read the message.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought a radio worth UGX 150000 and a battery worth UGX 170000. I bought a mattress worth UGX 75000 and a pair of bed sheets worth UGX 24000. I bought cement worth UGX 150000 and sand worth UGX 120000. I also bought a metalic door worth UGX150000 and a window worth UGX 70000. I paid the builders UGX 200000. The balance is being spent on food and other necessities.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money will enable me to complete plastering my house. I built built semi permanent house but it is not complete because I lacked money. Plastering it will strengthen the wall hence making it durable. I am sleeping in it currently but when it rains, the water splashes to the wall which weakens it.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is around 4:00pm after my daily work. I take care of animals, after taking back to the kraal, I go to the center to socialize with friends while drinking alcohol. Some times, even when I do not have the money, they provide for me which makes me reluxed and happy.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face I lack of basic necessities like bedding, clothes, utensils, to mention. I sleep on a small mattress which is in pieces. My living conditions are worrying which makes my self esteem low.
Secondly, the house I sleep in I not plastered, it's very cold at night because of the holes in the wall, that makes me some times sick which reduces on my hours of work.
