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 is that we collectively purchased a motorcycle that is earning daily income. Prevoiusly, we had no income generating activity. I am very delighted that GiveDirectly came to our rescue.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The money was sent late at night while I was asleep. I was woken up by the neighbours who were shouting with excitement. At that moment I became very happy because we had no food in the family.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent UGX 1000000 on a motorcycle purchase and a bicycle worth UGX 125000. I bought beddings worth UG 20000. I bought utensils worth 70000. I gave my spouse UGX 100000 and my son UGX 50000.
I bought posho flour worth UGX 65000 and the balance was spent on my medical treatment.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that I will be able to two oxen and one cow. The oxen will help my family in ploughing and a cow will a source of milk that I can sell to earn a living.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is afternoon mostly during lunch because we shall be together as a family.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i have faced in my life is lack of enough land for farming because my household relies on farming for a living.
