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 acquired household items such as a bed and utensils that I did not own previously. I am also glad that I hired additional plots of agricultural land. These will increase my food supply.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I received the mobile money message early morning. I felt very excited and overwhelmed with joy when I confirmed my mobile money account.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent UGX400000 to hire two pieces of farm land and UGX120000 to purchase a mattress and UGX90000 to purchase a bed and UGX100000 to purchase utensils. The balance of the first cash transfer is being saved for purpose of construction.
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access_time over 4 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means improving my household status from its present state.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I socialise with friends.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship faced in life is failure to continue with education due to lack of money.