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.
There will be no further updates from this completed recipient.
3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
48200 KES ($469 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
check
The recipient was not asked any questions as part of this follow up.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($493 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
attach_money
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent 28500 KES of my second transfer to buy building materials that i have used to construct a new house.I paid 10000 KES school fees for my child in secondary. I spent 7500 KES to buy furiniture. I used the remaining amount to buy fod for my family.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my life is that my children are able to stay in school. I will stay in a nice house unlike before.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
attach_money
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I used my token to buy a mattress KES 3250, a bed KES 2800, 30kg maize for sale KES 2550, school uniform KES 900 and food KES 650.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to use my upcoming lump-sum payment to build a house and boost my business.
Enrolled
access_time almost 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on school fees. Currently, I have two children in high school, and paying their school fees is a struggle.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I am proudest of is the fact that I have been able to fend for myself and my children. I don't get much help from any quarters, but somehow I am able to move on.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is struggling to take care of my family while not having much by way of money or income.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when the day is over and I am thanking God for his grace and favour.
