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.
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Mary's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Mary received a $496 second payment.
"I was living in a house with a leaking roof and dilapidated walls where water destroyed some of my belongings when it rained . I managed to buy new iron sheets and cement and windows that has enabled me now to live in a house with proper ventilation and good security and I can comfortably store my belongings."
Saline's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Saline received a $496 second payment.
"I am a widow and l have faced a lot of struggles in my life but these transfers from GD have enabled me to sort some of my greatest desires to build a kitchen that i did not have and to plaster my house that is now much more better than before. I have also paid fees so my children will learn peacefully."
Roseline's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Roseline received a $496 second payment.
"l am now in a very spacious house and comfortable."
Eunice's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Eunice received a $496 second payment.
"GD gives out unconditional cash without follow ups unlike others who want to be followed ."
Pamela's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Pamela received a $99 initial payment.
"I plan to spend my upcoming lump sum payment on secondary school fee payment for my child, and enlarging my current house."
Beatrice's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Beatrice received a $496 second payment.
"GD gives money for us to use as we desire and this is life changing compared to other NGOs."
Jakline's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Jakline received a $496 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have a big iron roofed house."
Elizabeth's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Elizabeth received a $496 second payment.
"GD lays its focus on all recipient needs unlike those who only at times target those in schools ."
Milka's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Milka received a $496 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have an extra classroom in my school."
Nancy's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Nancy received a $99 initial payment.
"We (with spouse) plan to spend my upcoming lump sum payment on construction of a new house and buying dry grain for food."