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.
My life has improved because I have deposited for an acre of land which I am yet to own after completing to clear the balance. Previously, I had a small piece of land which was not enough for me to farm. Secondly, I also acquired a bed and a mattress for a comfortable sleep.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received money, I felt very happy because I got the resources for buying an acre of land.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on depositing for an acre of land worth UGX 1,500,000, bought a goat worth UGX 60,000, bought household goods ( a bed and a mattress) worth UGX 140,000.
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access_time almost 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means owning additional acre of land. That additional acre of farm land will be generating income through the sale of crops that will be grown. The money can be spent for acquiring another acre of farm land or meet other household basic needs like medication, school fees, to mention.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is at 6:00pm after a day's hectic work. I sit down and reflect on how my day was and plan for tomorrow. This energizes me and makes me more strong and fresh for another day's challenge.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Inadequate farm land for crop cultivation is my biggest hardship. I own an acre of farm land but this is not enough. The food I cultivate is basically for household consumption and yet I need to sell some in order to meet other household needs. This some times puts me in a fix on what to do first, making planing for the household very difficult.
