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 have acquired 4 cows. I am expecting these cows to produce milk and help me address any need that will arise. I am also hopeful that these cows will in future buy for me a motorbike that I will use for transport business for supporting my family.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I learnt that I had received my money at around 6:00 am. I was overwhelmed with joy because I had got money to buy cows.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to purchase 4 cows that I believe will help accomplish my future plans.
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access_time almost 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means acquiring cows that I will rear as an asset to provide money for future needs, most likely start a small business to support my livelihood.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am most happy during morning hours because the body is still fresh from the night's rest.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship being faced is how I can generate money to take of my future. I see no future in just relying on subsistence farming because it doesn't solve my financial problems.
