GDLive Newsfeed
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. Learn more about how recipients opt in to share their stories.
Nellius's family
access_time 10 months ago
Nellius enrolled.
"A new job! Yes, I have for a long time been idle at home due to lack of money to start a job despite having skills in dress-making. This has brought about hardship in my household since my husband is just a casual laborer. I intend to use $300 of the transfers to start a dressmaking business in our nearby town. This will include buying a new sewing machine as well as the materials. Also, I plan to use another $300 to install water in my home since I currently buy water which sometimes becomes difficult due to financial challenges. On the other, I also plan to invest in livestock specifically 2 cows to act as my long-term project for the future. I estimate to spend $200 on this project. The remaining amount will help me to repair the roof of my house which is not in good condition. Hence, this is generally what receiving this money means to me."
Bidii's family
access_time 10 months ago
Bidii enrolled.
"Investing in livestock and supporting my son in school is what this money means to me. I intend to have a bright future with my family and I will not be reluctant to put my money to good use. A portion of the transfer ($500) will support my son who wants to join a technical institute to pursue a diploma course of his choice. This will guarantee us a promising future since we will have a reliable person in the household once he completes his studies. On livestock, I plan to spend $250 to buy one cow and two goats that will act as my project to still sustain us whenever a need arises. The remaining amount will cater to some very basic needs like food and other necessities. What a better life!"
Betty's family
access_time 10 months ago
Betty received a $280 second payment.
"I'm planning to get myself a cow, as I don't currently have one. Having a cow would be transformative for my family. It means we could have a steady supply of milk for our tea and for the children, something we've only been able to enjoy once in a while, buying milk on days when we could afford it. With the small piece of land I have, I plan to manage this cow well. Not only would the cow provide milk for our daily needs, but it also opens up an opportunity to sell any surplus milk. This extra income could make a significant difference for us. As the cow multiplies and we have more milk to sell, I dream of using the income to pay for my children's school fees, especially when they reach high school. This cow represents hope for my family's future, offering us a way to become more self-sufficient and secure a better education for my children."
Namataka's family
access_time 10 months ago
Namataka received a $1215 second payment.
"I have constructed my new house and also bought a cow"
Wamboza's family
access_time 10 months ago
Wamboza received a $1215 second payment.
"I bought a piece of land at 3500000 and a cow at 1100000"
Wakyeka's family
access_time 10 months ago
Wakyeka received a $1215 second payment.
"I bought two cows because it is a great investment for the future"
Makwasi's family
access_time 10 months ago
Makwasi received a $1220 second payment.
"In the coming years I hope to sell off the cows and buy land so I can buy any available land"
Nekesa's family
access_time 10 months ago
Nekesa received a $1219 second payment.
"I bought a cow because I anytime i can sell it off and buy land in a safe area"
Nyevu's family
access_time 10 months ago
Nyevu received a $21 eighteenth payment.
"I would like to increase my investment in livestock, specifically by purchasing more chickens and goats. Currently, I own over ten birds and two goats. As I do not have any other source of income, I primarily rely on subsistence farming to provide food for my family during the planting season. However, these livestock can be a great investment for my children's education. When they reproduce, I can sell them to pay for my children's education and also help solve my financial problems. Additionally, I plan on selling these animals in the future to buy a dairy cow, which I can then use to produce and sell milk for a living"
Dama's family
access_time 10 months ago
Dama received a $21 eighteenth payment.
"A significant portion of my recent transfers was allocated to acquiring livestock, a strategic investment for my future. Among my purchases were a goat, obtained for $25, and a sheep, acquired for $20. Presently, my livestock inventory includes 2 cows, 5 goats, and 4 sheep. Anticipating their multiplication, I plan to capitalize on the ensuing profits to address urgent needs. One crucial concern is the imminent collapse of my house's roof, requiring immediate repairs. Allocating a fraction of the funds, I also secured a new pair of shoes for $4. Additionally, I invested $24 in a new set of clothes for both my two children and myself. During the festive period, $28 was spent on food, resulting in enjoyable moments shared with my family. The financial support from these transfers has been instrumental in not only sustaining my family but also fostering my venture into livestock rearing, which holds promising prospects for generating income in the near future."
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