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.
My life has taken different sharp because through this transfer, I acquired a motorbike for transportation business. Out of this business, on a daily basis I get 10,000 shillings which has helped me provide basic needs for my family like food. In the past, I could not afford to meet my family needs because I had no source of income.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I got money from GiveDirectly, I felt happy because I have been having planing to buy a motorbike but I had no money.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought a motorbike for transportation business worth UGX 1,700,000.
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access_time 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that I will be able to build iron-roofed house for my family. I stay in my late fathers house. My mother and sliblings are not happy with me since they feel Iam taking the mother's possession. The house once I build will provide comfort to my family members and also make me independent.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is afternoon hours. I struggle from morning with a lot of thoughs thinking on how to maintain my family. Iam able to put a smile on my face after eating lunch.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is lack of money for educating my children. My children are studying without some school items like books and this affects them physiologically.
