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
50000 KES ($486 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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The recipient was not asked any questions as part of this follow up.
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 paying fee for my three children in high school and spent the remaining amount on my medication.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my life is that am now in good health and able to pay fee for my children.
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 all my first transfer on paying for medical bill which was my main challenge. I have been admitted in the hospital for a while due to long term illness but hoping to get discharged soon when I get better.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt very happy when I received the money because I was stuck with hospital bills which I could not afford on my own. Thanks to GiveDirectly.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to pay fees for my sons and daughters who are in secondary schools and colleges. Some of the transfers will be used to inject more capital into my spouse's business, she has a small hotel and a shop where she sells fast moving consumer goods.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is having educated very many children some who are mine and others who have different parents. I love education and that is why when I educate a child I feel proud.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face right now is lack of enough money to pay school fees for my children and those who I sponsor. I fear that I may stop paying school fees for some of them and this will be detrimental to their future.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening especially when I am evaluating whatever tasks I accomplished in the afternoon.
