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 big difference in my life is that I have managed to pay school fees for my child in a private school for two terms. Secondly, I have saved the money with intentions of using it for buying an ox next year. Previously, getting school fees was a challenge to me and I was leaving life of uncertainty.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
When I received the money on my my phone, I felt so happy and gave God all the glory and thanks.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I used my first transfer for paying school fees of UGX 200,000. I bought 2 mattresses, food, four hens, clothes. I used UGX 600,000 for bailing out my husband from prison. I saved UGX 550,000.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to buy oxen that will support in cultivation, take care of the education needs of my children by way of paying school fees and providing other scholastic materials.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest in the evening when my children are playing. It is a sign that they are satisfied and healthy.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is providing the education needs of my children. I do not have enough money to take care of all that is required so at the end of it all, my children are affected. They are sometimes sent out of school which makes them miss out in class.
