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 moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment i received the transfer i was super excited ,i knew that my dream has come true because all i ever wanted was a good shelter.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
The biggest difference I will have is owning a good house covered with ironsheet,i have been living in a glass fatched house for several years and owning a big house with ironsheet roof is a big achievement for me.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have received the transfer yes but i haven't collected it yet because i have been sick ever since the transfer got in,I plan to buy 2 sleeping matress one for me and another one for the kids because we sleep on a matt(Nkeka),i will also buy 2 blankets, and since i want to build a house i have thought of buying 10 ironsheet,windows,window frames,doors and any other house building materials.
Enrolled
access_time almost 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am very happy to get registered because the money will reduce the current poverty I have, I will be able to build a new house with the money that I will receive
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happy in the afternoon because it's the time I spend much with my children
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I have been struggling with this house, each and every rainy season it leaks and we usually sleep in discomfort
