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, my health has improved after getting adequate treatment. Before I received this cash transfer, I used to frequently fall sick which was as a result of failure to get adequate treatment due to lack of financial support.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my first cash transfer, I felt extreamly happy because most of my household problems would be solved like paying off debts, treatment, buying a heifer and feeding my household.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first cash transfer worth UGX 1,220,000 for buying a heifer in order to act as an Income generating activity for my houeehold. I bought iron sheets, bed sheets and food for my household. I have spent the same money for making bricks, paying medical bills and I settled a debt worth UGX 480,000 that I had borrowed for supporting my son in marriage.
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access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means to buy animals. My plan is to use the transfers for buying cows that can be a source of income. I will be selling them onces they multiply to give me money for providing basic needs like clothes, beddings food and treatment.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest moments is always afternoon when Iam chatting with my children.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is lack of money for buying house hold items like beddings and food.
