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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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($478 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I used the last cash transfer to buy a water pump that I wanted to use for agricultural purposes. In addition to that, I also decided to build a toilet since I did not have one by then. Finally I started a small scale business by opening a small shop where I sale goods to my customers and make a profit out of the business.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($484 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on finishing cementing my house at 35,000 KES, bought a sack of maize at 5,000 KES, then used the rest of the cash to start a small retail shop business.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I no longer depend so much on my husbands help now that I have my own business that helps me to get the basic needs for the house. Am also happy that my house is stable and the walls won't need any repairs now that it's fully cemented and in good shape.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my entire first transfer on plastering my house to avoid smearing it since mud which is used during this process is hard to get.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer I was very excited and could not believe it. I eagerly waited for my husband who is a fisherman to inform him about the transfer after which we sat down and agreed on what to purchase.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I currently depend on my husband's fishing solely and this is a big challenge especially when he gathers no or less fish, which means we barely get food and other needs.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is the evenings since I shall have overcome all the hardships the day posed.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this transfers means my opportunity to develop financially since I will be able to venture into business and raise income.
