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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I purchased bricks worth UGX 540000 and sand worth UGX 90000. I purchased nails worth UGX 100000 and cement worth UGX 224000 and timber worth UGX 224000 and ventilators worth UGX 20000. I purchased iron sheets worth UGX 30000 and pyren UGX 20000 and DPC plastic worth UGX 30000 . I spent UGX 300000 on labour. I purchased a suitcase worth UGX 80000. The balance was spent on food.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I received the message at night that day. I was very happy because a good samaritan had come to my aid. This was something that I had never dreamed of.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I have purchased construction materials for constructing a two roomed permanent house with the cash transfers. I am very happy because I will achieve my dream of owning a house. Previously, I could not afford to construct a house due to unlimited money.
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What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is when recently lost my parents and there was nobody to support me.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning whenever I wake up well and healthy.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
When I receive this money, I will build a house and also go for further studies.
