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.
This financial support has made it possible for me to acquire a piece of land for my family and I expect to complete its payment with the second transfer. This piece of land is going to increase on my crop production and in so doing boosting my income level which will enable me handle my family demands with ease mainly children's education and feeding.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money, I became very happy because I knew it would enable me acquire an asset for my family which couldn't afford before since most of the money I got was spent on my children's education.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
Due to land shortage, I decided to spend all my first transfer to pay for a piece of land.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means acquiring an acre of farm land in order to enhance good production. I will be able tobpriduce enough crops for household consumption s well as sale in order to raise school fees for my children. Currently, I hire land but it is not very sustainable because of the high cost of hiring.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening after accomplishing all the day's tasks and plans. I eat super and seat with family members in order to plan for the day a head. Once the plans work out, its happiness to me.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face in my life is lack of a reliable source of income in order to meet household needs. I do more of farming and the money I get, I spend it on school fees and hiring land. Little or no money will be left Incas of any emergency at household level.
