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.
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6 years ago
Jumwa
received a $536 initial payment.
"That day remained a different day of all days of my life. From a dull mood in the evening when I was getting to bed only to awake to the great celebrations in the neighborhood which reminded me of switching on my phone to check whether the joy had spilled to our family and yes it was. we were very happy knowing that all the plans we had put in place were starting as soon as we withdraw the money."
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6 years ago
Irine
received a $44 fourth payment.
"In the four months, I would want to ensure I pay school fees in time for my children so that they may not be sent away from school for the same."
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6 years ago
Janifa
received a $22 eighth payment.
"As part of investment, I would want yto buy a cow wghich I cal later sell and raise money for other ugent financila needs. If all goes well, Its offsprings can help me bring up a herds of cattle. cow"
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6 years ago
Millicent
received a $536 initial payment.
"For the past six years, I have been married but not able to pay dowry. This is because of my low income from casual jobs here at the village. Both my parents and my in-laws have always urged me to pay dowry and I have always felt it's long overdue. I had prayed and even tried going for loans for the same but it has never been possible. When I received this transfer, that was my priority hence I judt did thatr for peace."
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6 years ago
Sophia
received a $536 initial payment.
"This was a moment of shock for me. So many NGOs have promised to support us but they have never fulfilled their promise and I knew Gd was just like all of them until that moment when I saw that message informing me I have received money from GD. I immediately called GD to render my appreciation for brightening my life."
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6 years ago
Kahindi
received a $536 initial payment.
"Getting the transfers rejuvenated my energy to still work hard on the new projects and even on the old projects which I had given up on. I am now feeling strong with full hopes that I will complete alltge started projects which is the biggest difference inmy daly life compared to the low spirited work I had before receiving the transfers."
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6 years ago
Francis
enrolled.
"When I wake up in the morning, I first say a prayer to the Almighty, clean my face, take breakfast then head out to find a job. My job is working in the construction industry which has so many uncertanities hence not always am lucky to get a job. When it comes my way, I work if it doesn't I go back home and relax to wait for the next day and try out my luck. In my free time, I love going to the field at Mathare 4A primary school to watch football matches."
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6 years ago
Hellen
received a $536 initial payment.
"We were elated to receive cash from GiveDirectly. We all woke up to pray and thank God for sending us such help. This is the first time in my entire life to receive such an amount of cash at once. We were happy to say the least!"
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6 years ago
Florence
received a $536 initial payment.
"No one can give you such cash for free. Our standard of living has improved and we pray that God will bless GiveDirectly. We now own our piece of land and will be able to have some independence as a family. This is the biggest difference in my daily life and I am happy. May God bless GiveDirectly and add you more."
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6 years ago
Joseph
received a $22 seventh payment.
"In the next six months, I expect to expand my farming by planting more onions with an intention of getting more income."
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