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?
I was over the moon because I knew now I could afford things I wanted like constructing a house and kraal
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
The difference is that now I am a proud owner of goats and a finished house, I had never thought I'd have any of these this soon. I am truly grateful.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I kept most of my first transfer and I have bought 2 goats that I am keeping. Since it's my first time, I have also constructed a makeshift kraal temporarily as I a await funds from my other investments to construct a proper one.
I also bought 10 bags of cement part of which goes into the kraal construction and finishing both verandas to my house.
My children also had the need for new blankets, matress and school uniform.
I am left with a little money which I will use for day today needs like salt and sugar whenever it needs replacing
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am so glad to be receiving this money. I will use it to buy food and also renovate and maintain my house
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am never happy I mostly worry of my next meal.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I mostly struggle to get money to buy food. As an old man I mostly do not have the energy to do these casual labours to feed my family
