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Unfiltered, unedited stories

We’re committed to transparency and use our survey technology to collect and share real-time updates and stories in this live newsfeed.

Browse the real, unedited profiles of the recipients we serve, learn about their aspirations, and follow them to stay updated as their lives move forward.

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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.

over 8 years ago

Elida received a $476 third payment.

"I spent my second transfer on plastering and painting my main house,my husband's house and my sister's house."

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over 8 years ago

Larrey received a $99 initial payment.

"I plan to buy ironsheet, timber and nails, and build an iron roofed house for my family."

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over 8 years ago

Jane received a $493 third payment.

"I have a goal of making my house permanent."

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over 8 years ago

Eunice received a $493 second payment.

"The bull I bought will soon be used for ploughing and therefore this will help me reduce my farming expenses."

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over 8 years ago

Phoebe received a $493 second payment.

"Donations from GD come to us direct and intact while those from other Ngos reach us through hand of many people who slash them along the way."

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over 8 years ago

Jackline received a $493 second payment.

"GD has changed our life in a long lasting way."

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over 8 years ago

Joyce received a $493 second payment.

"l now have hopes that l will have a very a spacious house."

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over 8 years ago

Edward received a $493 second payment.

"GD gives the correct amount they promise to give to recipients while other NGOs deducts money that is meant for recipients."

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over 8 years ago

Maritha received a $476 third payment.

"My life different than it would have been if I never received the transfer because I have a cemented house which doesn't require constant repair."

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over 8 years ago

George received a $99 initial payment.

"I plan to buy and keep cattle."

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