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, my heart has been enlighten since it's no longer burdened with the worries of how to provide for the family. I have been able to improve on our accommodation and I'm still improving. Previously, I had less room to accommodate my whole family since I have eleven children. My neighbors at times helped to give some of them where to lay their heads but this was inconveniencing to them. In addition, we never slept during rainy nights since the house leaked.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
My heart was overwhelmed with joy the moment I saw the money in my phone. In fact, I thanked God for it; ululated and prayed for a blessing upon the philanthropists that made this possible.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I used my first transfer to construct a new thatched house and renovate an old one. I also intend to build a permanent one so I have bought bricks and timber with part of this transfer. In addition, I paid medical bills, bought two mattresses, curtains, utensils and clothes.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that I will be able to buy oxen and ox-plough for farming. I will be able to plough earlier using the oxen hence increase in production. My family may easily realise high crop yields that can help in providing other basic needs like Education, goods health services by selling the produce.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of the day is evening hours. Iam an Hiv/Aid positve and on top of that I have to look for how my children survive the whole day. Iam just relived by going to bed earlier in the evening , planning on the next day.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is sickness. I have a skin disease that always attacks my body and is so demanding in terms of treatment. This has made me fail in saving any thing and money for sustaining the family demands.
