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.
Paying my son's tuition is the best investment I have made with the transfer. The poultry project is also up and running, this chicken will be a source of income and chicken is nutritious food for my family. Previously, getting money was a hustle.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I hard ululation in the village and my mind told me that the money had been sent. On confirming that it was on phone, I got up from my bed, told my wife and hugged her as she ululated.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer for paying school fees of UGX 1,000,000 and UGX 700,000 for completing the construction of a poultry house.
Enrolled
access_time over 4 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I plan to pay my child's university tuition with this money.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in life is taking care of my extended family.
