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.
I now have peace of mind since I have good house,I wish to use the next transfer to complete it.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was so happy that all I did was to kneel down and pray.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
My previous house was old and I was afraid it would collapse any time,this why when I received the money,I decided to spend it entirely on purchasing building materials that I used to construct a new house.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that I shall be able to repair my house and cement the walls and floor since I am too old to do regular smear of the floors and the walls. I will use the remaining balance to improve my business.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is usually in the afternoon after taking lunch and taking a rest. It is during this time that I am able to meet neighbors who come to visit to my home as we talk and laugh together.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I am faced with is persistent sickness without money to go to the hospital and anytime I get into my savings to buy medicine, I hardly remain with any money to buy new stock thus recent collapse in my mandazi business.
