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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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My only goal before receiving this transfer is to build a house. I rwally wanted a house but couldnt afford to build one now i am able to build my own place.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly do well in giving money to people in need. I am so happy to be part of GiveDirectly transfer cash program, may God bless this organization.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I spend most of my transfer on zinc, cement and food.
Enrolled
access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
"I will add my business up because I'm presently involved in a small business of making and selling soap"
What is the happiest part of your day?
"I am soap producer in a small community alongside a lady in the same soap production and sale which results to low rates in sale per day. I become happy the day I have good sale in my business.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
"I'm face with a challenge of fetching food for me and child especially so when I am the only person doing everything to sustain us. I'm face with the condition of me being a single parent after being abandoned by my spouse who want to live a polygamous life".