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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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6 months ago
Lilian
received a $27 twenty-eighth payment.
"I am unable to engage in any gainful employment as I need to be around my child who is epileptic unless they are in school. This means that I spend most of my time is given to childcare. I would want to spend a business that allows me to focus on my child and that's why I have invested in chicken farming. The plan is to get this animals up to about 10 goats which can all reproduce this with the chicken gives me a chance to make an income."
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6 months ago
Kanyalu
received a $27 twenty-fourth payment.
"My goal last year I was to build a house for my son. That has not happened yet and this means I need to find ways of raising that cash. This is why I went ahead and joined a savings group which allows me take loans. Now I am able to buy animals and I hope to buy many animals. I hope to multiply and sell this animals from which I will get some money to start on the construction as well as pay school fees and feed my children."
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6 months ago
Nyevu
received a $27 twenty-fourth payment.
"I have expressed my desire, even in the past, to make enough cash to start a business. In my mind now is the acquisition of cows. I want to have at least two cows by next year. I will achieve this by buying and breeding goats and chicken until I have a good number, enough to sell to get cash for a cow. I want to get two dairy cows, this cows I plan to use and get income buy milking them and selling the milk. This will mean that I will also be an active contributor to my family finances."
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6 months ago
Lilian
received a $27 twenty-fourth payment.
"It is a wonderful thing to have the cash to sustain my family thanks to the transfers. I however would want to still have the same security the cash gives even when the cash comes to an end. My aim is to buy more animals to rear and also get a chance to go to beauty school. I want to learn how to make hair as well as know other beauty skills which I can use to generate an income. Additionally animal rearing means increasing animal numbers to allows for me to sell them when a need arises. This will allow my children go through school and for them to also have food."
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6 months ago
Sidi
received a $26 twenty-first payment.
"In the coming year and beyond, I plan to invest in livestock purchases. Currently, I have six poultry birds and one goat, but my goal is to expand my livestock holdings significantly. By growing their numbers, I will be able to sell some of them and use the proceeds to address pressing needs. This shift to livestock promises to be a good venture for me, especially given the harsh climatic conditions that make farming untenable. I am very grateful for the financial support, which is enabling me to better care for my family."
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6 months ago
Kamuche
received a $26 twenty-ninth payment.
"With my son having completed his college education, I feel a tremendous sense of relief, particularly regarding our finances. Now, I have the freedom to use my future transfers to achieve other important goals. In the coming year and beyond, I aim to purchase a new bed and mattress. Currently, I sleep on a makeshift bed, which is quite uncomfortable. Having a proper bed and mattress will ensure I get a good night's rest. Additionally, I plan to buy a water tank to store water. This will solve the recurring issue of walking long distances to fetch water for household use. I am incredibly grateful for the financial support I've received so far, which has significantly improved my quality of life."
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6 months ago
Veronica
received a $26 thirtieth payment.
"I am currently in Form Three, which means I still have one year ahead to complete my secondary school education. Since I want to become a doctor, I need to concentrate on my studies to achieve the best results. Therefore, in the coming year and beyond, I aim to focus intensely on my studies to meet my goals. To achieve this, I plan to use part of my transfers to ensure that I pay my fees on time, so I am not sent home for unpaid school fees. With the remaining income after paying my fees, I will support my younger siblings' education. I am grateful for the financial support, as it has also enabled me to invest in poultry farming, which will help secure my future financially."
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6 months ago
Ruth
received a zeroth payment.
"It was on Sunday, the 14th of June, and I had gone to visit my mum at my maternal home. My phone was charging, and when I picked it up later, I realized that I had received the transfer from GiveDirectly. I was very happy, and when I called my husband back home to tell him about the transfer, he was equally excited. We planned how we were going to pay school fees for our six children."
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6 months ago
Eunice
received a $27 twenty-fourth payment.
"I am finishing college next April, and I plan to start investing in buying cows for land cultivation. This investment will generate income and help me cultivate my land. I have three children, two of whom are school-going.
I am a teacher by profession, though I have not yet been absorbed by the TSC. I assist at a neighboring school where I receive a small token for my work. When I got enrolled in the GiveDirectly project, I was very happy. Fortunately, my spouse was also enrolled, and now we both receive these transfers. We agreed to go back to school and upgrade our education while we are still young and have fewer responsibilities. I spent my entire recent transfer of $102 on paying my college fees.
I am very thankful to GiveDirectly for the financial support, as it has played a significant role in advancing my career. I will always remember GiveDirectly for enabling me to return to school and improve myself."
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6 months ago
Mariam
received a $27 twenty-eighth payment.
"My main goal is to carefully plan and invest in goat farming, a venture I have already started with the help of these transfers. Coming from a family where consistent financial support is challenging, proper planning is crucial to avoid falling into debt. My husband works as a tout, but his income fluctuates with the number of passengers, making it unreliable. Relying on such unstable jobs is frustrating, as we need to provide for our children's basic needs.
To achieve my goal, I plan to save $20 from my monthly transfer each month. This will help me invest in goat rearing and build a more stable financial future for my family. Life has become easier thanks to these transfers, and I am determined not to return to poverty. I am focused on using this income to support my children’s fees and secure a better future for them."
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