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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
Mapenzi
received a $27 thirtieth payment.
"Receiving support from GiveDirectly has transformed my life and filled me with hope for the future. In the coming year, I hope to achieve something I've dreamed of for a long time; expanding my herd of cows. Currently, I have two cows, and I want to get a dairy cow for milk production which will serve as a source of income for my family. I also have five goats, which I plan to exchange for a fourth cow. This will allow me to focus on raising cows, which are easier to manage and more profitable in the long run. By doing this, I can ensure that my children have enough to eat, can attend school regularly, and that we have a better quality of life. Beyond the next year, I envision a thriving farm where my cows produce enough milk to sell, securing our future and helping us to continue growing."
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6 months ago
Tusufu
received a $27 twenty-sixth payment.
"This coming year, I am filled with hope and determination to start my grocery business, a venture I have long dreamt about. In our village and the broader community, there are many businesses, but none that supply fresh vegetables consistently. I see this as an opportunity to fill a vital gap and provide a much-needed service. To make this dream a reality, I have already started purchasing construction materials for the grocery structure. It will require 12 pieces of iron sheets for roofing, and I currently have six pieces. Every month, I plan to buy at least two more iron sheets until I have all I need. With each purchase, I am one step closer to fulfilling my dream of running a successful grocery business that benefits not just my family, but everyone in our community."
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6 months ago
Hillary
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"Currently, I'm facing a lot of challenges. However, my biggest challenge is the lack of money to sustain my family. Recently when the floods came my small maize farm I was depending on was swept away leaving me hopeless and without food and money to sustain my family. This has left me unsure about the future of my family considering the lack of enough casual work for us to do. This makes it difficult to get food and other needs for my family."
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6 months ago
Nickson
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"Currently I'm facing a number of challenges including lack of fees, shortage of food and lack of money to do farming. However, the most pressing challenge I'm facing currently is the lack of money to do irrigation in my farm since only source of money is farming. This has made it difficult to provide both food and school fees for my children"
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6 months ago
Christine
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"My biggest challenge is my poor health. Over the years I have developed chest problems which have made it difficult for me to cater for myself and my family. Sometimes we are forced to go hungry since I'm unable to work since we depend a small business of selling Vegetables it sometimes becomes really difficult since I have to walk long distances. I'm really struggling to provide for my family."
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6 months ago
Karisa
received a $413 second payment.
"I've been wanting to buy a piece of land, about an acre, for quite some time now. Currently, I live with my four brothers on our ancestral land, and while it has its advantages, I crave a place of my own where I can have more freedom and independence. I am hoping my efforts in poultry farming and the motorcycle business, which I started with the first transfers, will help me achieve this goal. These ventures have been slowly growing, and I am optimistic that they will generate enough income to allow me to save up for my own piece of land. I know it won't be easy, but the thought of having my own space, where I can build a future , keeps me motivated. I am ready to work hard and stay focused, knowing that every step I take brings me closer to making this dream a reality."
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6 months ago
Mercy
received a $429 second payment.
"When I received the unconditional cash transfer, I decided to use $250 to pay for my son to undertake a driving course before he could acquire his driver's license. He has always wanted to be a machine operator, but first, he needs to go through driving school to acquire basic driving skills. With the driver's license, he will be eligible to train on how to operate heavy machinery, opening up more opportunities for him in the future. In addition to the initial driving course fee, I have managed to save $300 from the transfers for his training. This amount will go towards his tuition for learning to operate heavy machinery once he completes his driving course. However, the training is quite expensive, so we are trying to accumulate more funds from our casual jobs to cover the remaining costs. My husband works at a water company, and I take on various casual labor jobs to raise money to support our family and ensure our son's education and training are fully funded. The cash transfer has provided us with the initial boost we needed, and we are determined to work hard and save more to see him through his training. It's a challenging journey, but knowing that we are investing in his future makes every effort worthwhile."
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7 months ago
Kamone
received a $27 twenty-fifth payment.
"I was able to purchase 3 goats using the transfers I received from GiveDirectly. In the coming year and beyond, my plan is to continue allocating a portion of my transfers to buy more goats, hoping that they will multiply and increase in number and value over time. In the future, I envision these goats becoming a great source of income for my family. As my five children transition to higher education, I intend to sell the goats and use the proceeds to cover their school fees. Additionally, the income generated from selling the goats will help me address the various needs of my family. This long-term investment in goats will provide a sustainable solution to support my children's education and ensure the well-being of my family."
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7 months ago
Sidi
received a $27 twenty-sixth payment.
"I operate a donut selling business to earn a living for me to support my family's daily needs. However, my current capital is not enough to generate significant revenue from this business, but I still carry on and support it where I can. Currently, my focus is to ensure that my son can complete his college studies by the end of this year. Once he has finished his college education, I will then redirect a portion of my transfers to invest in livestock farming, specifically poultry farming, as well as to my business to boost my capital and increase the revenue to support my family. My aim is to buy chicken using the transfers I receive from GiveDirectly in the hopes that they will multiply and increase in number and value and be a good source of income. In the future, I plan to sell these chickens and use the proceeds to purchase goats, also with the expectation that they will multiply and increase in value, and I will sell them in the future, which will help me support my children's school fees and meet the needs of my family."
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7 months ago
Jumaa
received a $27 twenty-ninth payment.
"I am hopeful that all my children will successfully complete their education. The support we have received from Givedirectly has played a crucial role in providing education for our children. Additionally, a part of the funds has been utilized to purchase food for our family due to the depletion of our food reserves. Unfortunately, our maize farm has been adversely impacted by the lack of rain. However, if we are able to harvest a significant amount of maize, I plan to allocate the entire transfer towards school fees. Furthermore, I aspire to realize my dream of purchasing some goats as they have the potential to multiply and generate additional income for our family's needs. As an alternative, once they multiply to a substantial number, I intend to exchange them for cows. This is because cows yield a good profit; you can sell one for $500, which is sufficient to enroll a child in secondary school. This is the plan I am focusing on, especially as my elder children are soon joining secondary school."
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