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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. Learn more about how recipients opt in to share their stories.
Mwenda's family
access_time over 1 year ago
Mwenda received a $24 fourteenth payment.
"My family's primary source of support comes from my husband, who works as a motorbike rider. I have always wanted to contribute to the household, but in the past, I lacked a source of income to do so. However, with the continuous monthly cash transfers, I now have the opportunity to fulfill this goal. I plan to use the transfers to acquire goats, rear them, and build our wealth. As these goats reproduce, I will have the option to sell them and contribute to our family's financial needs. This initiative is crucial in supporting my children's education and ensuring a brighter future for our entire family."
Sidi's family
access_time over 1 year ago
Sidi received a $24 eighteenth payment.
"In the near future, I aim to extend a room to my one-roomed structure, that will provide enough space for my two grandchildren, my son and me. However, the process is expensive and the materials are costly but I am determined to persist and achieve this goal, with the help of the cash transfers. Once we have the new room, I will then begin saving towards acquiring livestock. As a widow at an advanced age, engaging in physically demanding charcoal burning, I believe that rearing livestock will provide a stable source of income and improve my family’s overall well-being. Providing for my daughter's two children, who are now under my care, further motivates me to work towards a more secure and comfortable living situation for our entire family."
Nakhalakwe's family
access_time over 1 year ago
Nakhalakwe received a $1282 second payment.
"Having not less than 2 cows that can give more than 20 litres of milk every day"
Kazungu's family
access_time over 1 year ago
Kazungu received a $24 fourteenth payment.
"With the assurance of abundant food from farming, my goal is to accumulate sufficient funds through monthly savings to invest in livestock. Raising livestock provides a reliable source of income, enabling me to support my family and supplement the earnings I make from selling charcoal. As the livestock population grows, I can sell some of them in the market, generating substantial profits. This, in turn, allows me to reinvest in more livestock, ultimately expanding my herd even further."
Selina's family
access_time over 1 year ago
Selina received a $24 tenth payment.
"My primary goal now is to ensure that my six children achieve academic success and pursue their desired careers despite my challenging financial circumstances. As a single parent without any external support, I face this responsibility alone. My sole means of livelihood is burning and selling charcoal, but it only covers our food expenses for a short period of time. Additionally, this work takes a toll on my health, making it impossible to do it every day. My ultimate goal is to ensure that my children can continue their education without any interruptions due to financial constraints. To achieve this, I plan to allocate a minimum of $30 each month specifically for their school fees, while the remaining amount will be for purchasing food. This way, I hope to find some peace of mind even while engaging in menial jobs and meeting other essential household needs."
Charo's family
access_time over 1 year ago
Charo received a $24 tenth payment.
"I am intending to complete the construction of a four-room house for rental purposes in our trading center. This rental house has been under construction for the past three years, but progress has been slow due to a lack of sufficient financial resources. To fund the project, I resorted to selling some of my goats and milk from my cows, saving up to $50 each month. With the additional support I receive through the transfers, I have been adding to my savings and purchasing building materials like cement and river sand, which have helped propel the project forward. My intention is to dedicate my financial resources to this project because, once the house is completed and tenants move in, it will generate a steady income. As an elderly individual who spends most of his time at home without engaging in any income-generating activities, the home rental income will significantly contribute to fulfilling my needs and expenses. This project promises to secure a stable financial future for me and ensure a comfortable livelihood during my later years."
Zawadi's family
access_time over 1 year ago
Zawadi received a $24 fourteenth payment.
"My foremost objective by the year's end is to construct a new two-room house capable of comfortably accommodating all my family members. In conjunction with this house-building project, I am eager to make astute investments in acquiring livestock. The eventual multiplication of these animals will provide an additional source of income, complementing my current earnings from selling charcoal. By diversifying my income streams, I will attain financial stability and ensure that I can adequately support my family."
Bukoma's family
access_time over 1 year ago
Bukoma received a $1282 second payment.
"Give directly is very good in delivering direct to the the recipient , Their stuff are very good people, I support the same process."
Sidi's family
access_time over 1 year ago
Sidi received a $24 tenth payment.
"My objective for the remainder of this year and the future is to accumulate sufficient funds for constructing a new house. Throughout this rainy season, I have endured the challenges of dealing with a leaking roof, which has caused damage to some of my belongings. Additionally, I am concerned about the weak condition of the supporting poles, fearing that urgent action must be taken to prevent the imminent collapse of the house."
Nekesa's family
access_time over 1 year ago
Nekesa received a $1282 second payment.
"I bought Iron sheets and timber to use for construction"