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 improved because through this cash transfer, I acquired 2 bulls for ploughing my farm land. I wouldn't have managed to get this bulls because the salary I earn from being a primary teacher is not enough. Secondly, I can now afford to dress well and be presentable before the students and their parents. In the past, I could dress losuly.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my transfer, I felt very happy because I was certain of owning bulls for ploughing my farm land.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought 2 cows and 3 goats worth UGX 1,150,000, paid school fees for my son who is in boarding section worth UGX 300,000 and bought clothes/ household goods( mattress ) worth UGX 250,000.
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access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Recieving this money means that i will be able to improve my households well-being.I have already began my piggery project and this opportunity has come at the right time to improve on my project with this money.I plan to purchase more piglets, and construct a piggery house.I am very sure this will enable me to supplement my income because a piggery project generates money very first.The other balance of the money, I intend to construct a house in the village and this piggery project will be of much financial support towards my house construction project.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I am together with my children.I feel happy because I know that its these very children who will have to take care of me when I am old.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I am facing is that my children frequently fall sick and its very costly.
