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 first lumpsum transfer on buying a cow and added capital to my business.I also bought windows and clothes for the whole family.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that my business is doing well and fetching money.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($98 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I paid 3,000 KES school fees. I also started a shop business with the remaining amount.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to buy livestock (chicken, cow), utensils, furniture and to restock my shop.
Enrolled
access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I would like to use part of the transfer to open up a business to generate income to support my family. Secondly l would wish to buy a cow which will help us incase of any emergency in future. Lastly l would like to use the rest of the money to buy househ
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that l managed to do poultry farming which has really helped me to support my family in terms of food and income generation.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship in life is lack of proper source of income.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the morning when everyone in my house is in good health.
