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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I bought iron sheets (19500), two oxen (27500), invested in my wife's vegetable business (1500) and pocket money (1000).
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I used to have trouble ploughing my farm but now i have two oxen that will be helpful.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
We spent 6,000 KES on paying school fees ( secondary school) for two children , spent 2,000 KES to buy fishing lines and hooks and added 1,000 KES on our business and the rest for other household needs.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
We are planning to construct a new house ( have a new home) and also to pay school fees for my children.
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to use my transfer to boost my fish business so I can get more income and invest in farming by buying a bull and seeds. I prefer to invest with this money so that my life is uplifted.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I have given my children good education and I know they will have a better life in future.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face in life is lack of sufficient finances to educate my children because right now I have three children in secondary schools and their school fee is very high.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when my family is together thanking God for blessing and protecting us during the day.
