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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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference is that I had to work more than two jobs just to bring food to my table and this was very tiresome but now that is not the case anymore for I have dedicated my time in my barbershop which had quickly pickedd up and is doing so well.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I have never received such amount of money in my life. This was was first so I had to try buying credit from my Mpesa account just to confirm if it was real and yes it was. I quickly prepared and left the house to go and purchase the items I needed for my barnershop I was extremly happy you could tell by the biug smile on my face.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
Upon receiving my first transfer, I bought three haircut machines, a water heater, hand towels, and comfortable haircut seats. I have been planning to start a barbershop but I did have enough money but once I received the transfer I did not even waste a second I rushed to Kisumu town and did the purchase with immediacy fearing change of plans.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means improvement in my living standards. I plan to start business of selling groceries, I have a ready market here in the village. This is going to sustain me as I will have some source of income.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when drawing pictures. It helps me to do away with boredom.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life was being unable to complete secondary education. I had a dream of becoming an accountant but right now, I no longer dream it.
