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 35600 KES of the first lumpsum transfer in buying building materials (timber, nails, iron sheet and steel door), paid school fee of 5500 KES and used the rest of the money in opening a boutique.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life has improved because the business I opened up is doing well and I also have building materials ready.
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?
I bought few iron sheets at 5,000 KES, I also bought household furniture's at 3,000 KES and pay 2,000 KES debt.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to extend my house and buy farm inputs.
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to build a semi permanent house because I am currently living in a relative 's house due to lack of money.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I have a chair that visitors can sit on after raising funds from small businesses.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face in life is that I lack sufficient funds to build a house and to educate my children because my spouse and I lack a proper source of income.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I wake up to a new day and my family is in good health.
