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 having meals on time because food is readily available after receiving the transfer. In addition, the household items acquired have improved the ambience in my house.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
That moment I received my money, I felt so happy to extent of losing sleep. I just remained looking at the message unsure whether it was real.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
My first has been spent to buy a piece of land, a bull, and food. I also bought household items like mattress, a bed and utensils. The balance is being used to build a new hut.
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access_time almost 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Getting this money will make me happy because I will be able to buy cattle and land for cultivation which wil help me take care of my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
After lunch is the happiest part of my day. This is because at that time of the day, I am done with my work and I'm free to interact with my friends.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced is limited land for cultivation.
