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.
The biggest difference in my daily life is the supper exceeding joy I am now feeling because I received money that has helped me to start up a business that will be income generating to my family. I fell stress free as well because initially I doubted receiving this money since it was long over due.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
My village had benefited some time back that I had given up hope of ever getting this transfer. However, the moment I received my first transfer sms notification, I felt so delighted that at last, I had also got my long awaited transfer.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to buy three young bulls at Ugx 1130000.
I then spent another part of my transfer Ugx 280000 to start up a phone spare parts, and phone charging business.
I spent the balance of my transfer to cater for my family needs such as stocking food, treatment among others.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means to educate my child and buy a piece of land. This transfers will enable me pay school fees for my daughter studing in glory primary school and buy land for farming.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of the day is afternoon after lunch. It's a time i relax after garden and domestic work.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest challenge i face is lack of land for farming.
