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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Sipora's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Sipora received a $493 second payment.
"GiveDirectly is corruption free while other NGOs are full of corruption."
Jane's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Jane received a $493 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I used to live together with my children in a crowded house, but now I own a big house. My daughter was idling at home due to fee arrears but now she is in school."
Aska's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Aska received a $493 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I used to be a casual on people's farms but currently I'm able to access food without breaking a sweat."
Grace's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Grace received a $493 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I plough with my ox."
Jane's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Jane received a $493 second payment.
"There is a difference in that there has never been an assistance of such a magnitude. The other NGOs could just offer blankets, shoes to children but GD money changes the face of the entire family."
Reuben's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Reuben received a $493 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I've been living in a small house, but now I'm certain I will build a spacious house since I've already acquired building materials. Besides, I currently possess proper bedding unlike before."
Rispa's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Rispa received a $493 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I used to have the desire to cement my house, but I couldn't due to financial constraints."
Alice's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Alice received a $493 second payment.
"GiveDirectly gives directly while other NGOs have a lot of middlemen."
Odumbe's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Odumbe received a $493 second payment.
"There is a difference in that GD offers unconditional cash, while one of the other NGOs is said to give money in exchange for a tooth extracted from the mouth."
Pamela's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Pamela received a $493 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I was able to boost my shop business and now I'm in a position to earn a living from my business."