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 changed because I have acquired oxen for ploughing my farm land on time when the rainy season starts. The challenges I used to face are no more. For instance, I offered first casual labour to the owners of the oxen before I could be given a chance to plough. Alternatively, I would also hire but it was sometimes costly. Secondly, I also sleep comfortably my bed as opposed to when I could suffer from ant bites.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money, I felt very happy because I was going to acquire oxen for ploughing my farm land.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on purchasing oxen worth UGX 1,340,000 and bought clothes/household goods ( mattress, bed, utensils) worth UGX 360,000.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means starting a small business that will generate money to take care hospital bills, school fees and feeding expenses for the family. In addition, oxen that be useful in ploughing gardens will be acquired.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is the evening because that's free time to socialise with friends and to relieve me from the day's stress.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship faced in life is where to get enough money to acquire oxen, start an income generating activity like a small business to support family livelihood, especially school fees, hospital bills and feeding.
