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 moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy. I could not believe that this money has been transferred to my account to help me with my household problems.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
The biggest difference, is about having the financial capability of starting building a house. Give Directly has made it a possibility.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have started moulding bricks for building a big, secure and a proper house for my family.I have also bought maize for food. I did not have proper beddings therefore I have bought mattress and blankets.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
I never expected such kind of a blessing. My house fell due to heavy rains and i relocated to this house. I have been desiring to build a house but i have been failing because of lack of money.
I am also planning to top up my business. I am also planning to buy fertilizer in readness of the next growing season.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am a happy person when i have more money from my business.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The main challenge is food access. The money i get from business is not enough.
