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.
There is a big difference in my life because I have hope and I believe that I can construct an iron roofed house following the fact that I have purchased some construction materials. I am now stress free and looking healthy. Before, I could relie on casual labor and life was hard.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer, I felt so happy. During the community meeting, we were told that some people will get the transfer and others may not. This made me a little tensed because I was not sure of getting the transfer. The mobile money message releived me from this stress.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent UGX 600,000 of my first transfer for completing land payment. I bought 7 iron sheet, timber, bricks, clothes, utensils, chairs and food.
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access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to build an iron roofed house and buy a cow so that my family can have milk.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest in the evening when I am seated with my children.
We make fun.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is lack of money.
I have children who go to school so I have to provide their education needs.
Treatment and all other basic needs have to be met yet I don't have any income generating activity.
It is so challenging to me more so that I am a widow.
