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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Recipient hasn't spent his transfer since he was still looking for more money to add to it and buy a motorcycle.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I was able to clear school fees for my children and they now stay in school.
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 saved my token payment because it was not enough for me to buy what i had planned (to buy a motorcycle.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to expand my house, pay school fees and buy books and other school needs for my children.
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to buy a brand new mortobike that will ease my means of transporting goods from kendu town to my kiosk.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I worked hard as a taxi driver and saved some money that I later on used to set up a small kiosk that I'm now operating and that is boosting my daily income.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is that I am the only breadwinner in my house hence I am faced with an uphill task of ensuring that I provide food,school fees,clothing and books and this is not an easy thing considering the fact that the living standards are high and there is no money.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is always in the morning when praying together as a family as we thank God for the gift of life he has given us.
