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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What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Recently, our area was hit hard by floods, which has been devastating for me. The floodwaters destroyed my 2-acre maize farm, and it feels like I've lost all the progress I had made in my life. Financially, I'm unable to replant crops due to the damage. Even attempts at charcoal burning were thwarted by the persistently wet ground. Now, I find myself depending on casual labor on other farms where owners are able to replant.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I find my greatest relief in knowing that I successfully protected my livestock and family during the floods. None of my goats were lost, which gives me hope for recovery despite the devastation to my maize farm. These animals will now serve as a crucial source of income to meet my family's basic needs.
What do you plan to do with the cash transfer?
Receiving this cash transfer will be instrumental in rebuilding my life. Initially, I intend to allocate the first installment towards purchasing food for my family, addressing our immediate need. The remainder will go towards covering school fees for my children. Subsequent transfers will enable me to reinvest in agriculture, our primary income source. I am confident that once I harvest my crops, life will improve as I plan to sell them to support my family's education and other essential needs.
