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 spent my second transfer on paying my dowry as required of our traditions. I also spent some of the money on buying building materials that I am planning to use to build a new house. The one we are currently living in is soon collapsing.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest in my daily life is that my dowry has been paid and my dignity is restored once again.My peers no longer look down on me.
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 first transfer to buy a sack of maize for my family's cconsumption during the dry season, bought clothes fr my self and my family and the remaining amount I spent to pay medical bills for my spouse who was sick
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was in dire need of money since my husband was sick and had not seek medical attention and also I did not have money to buy food, and when I saw the message I was very happy and felt relieved since most of my problems would be solved.
Enrolled
access_time almost 8 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face in my life is that my husband's parents died long time ago and he did not manage to get proper education hence we are left to do casual jobs which at times do not pay well to enable us afford basic things like food for our family on a daily basis.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when I wake up in the morning to do the household chores like washing dishes and cleaning the house. This makes me happy as I always enjoy staying in a clean place.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money makes me happy as I had lost hope in life due to the hardship that I have been facing which involved going to bed hungry and my kids being sent home due to lack of fees. My hope in life has been restored once again.
