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 7000 KES of my first lumpsum transfer on 10 iron sheets, 11000 KES on a sofa set, 3000 KES on timbers, 1800 KES on a mattress, 2200 KES on a sheep, I settled hospital bills for my child with 5000 KES, we paid my dowry with a cow worth 13000 KES and and we spent the remaining 6725 KES on food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The transfers from GD has improved the health of my kid that was in a bad condition when admitted for 1 week bed rest. We are now living with happiness and joy, a very big difference in our daily life.
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 rented an acre piece of land at 8000 KES and I budget for food using 2000 KES and that is how I spent the whole of my token payment.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I want to buy 22 iron sheets with my upcoming lumpsum payment and move to my new home.
Enrolled
access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to expand my house, venture into business, currently I do small businesses, I want to capitalize on this so that I can be independent. I also plan to buy cattle.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement am proudest of is the small business I run. I sale sugarcane. I am happy because it keeps me busy.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is lack of a good income source.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I do house chores like fetching water and doing laundry.
