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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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($493 USD)
access_time over 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
We spent much of the transfer on buying ironsheet , timber and nails as part of materials to build an iron roofed house.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I am glad that I will soon live in a good iron roofed house in my own home, and not my parents in law's home.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time over 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I started a business-grocery stall (8000) and bought food for my household.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to build a house with my upcoming lump-sum payment.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to start a business of selling fruits and vegetables because it will generate some income for my family.I am also planning to expand my house because it is small.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
I am proudest of owning my own house.This is because I rented a house before and I use to pay rent, but now I live without any worry of paying rent.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is that I have not been able to pay school fees on time because getting money has been an uphill task for me because my income is too low.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I relaxing all alone as I listen to music.
