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 having money at hand. This really is a good feeling since you can spend with no restriction. I was able to buy some household items such as mattresses and bed sheets.
Prior to getting this money, all I had for a mattress was a very small old one and covered my self with a gomesi.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money, I felt so delighted that I immediately put it into plan.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer Ugx 450000 to buy some household items such as two mattresses, two pairs of bed sheets, curtains, utensils, feeding and clothing.
I then bought some thirty pieces of iron sheets at Ugx 730000
I then paid some money to school for my child's fees.
I used part of my transfer for self treatment.
Enrolled
access_time 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I intend to construct a new house with this money.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is at lunch time when I'm having lunch with my family.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Food shortage has been the greatest challenge faced in my life.