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
48200 KES ($463 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on building a house in my own home,I also start poultry farming as a source of my income.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different in that now I'm able to run my business without any theft issues and I'm able to pay school fees for my business.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion,GiveDirectly is a very transparent organisation because I received all my transfer as they promise.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($491 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent most of my transfer to buy 2 cattle to pay for my wife's dowry which has brought more peace in my house, started a poultry selling business where I earn income and also bought food for my family.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life is different in that I am now at peace with my wife after paying her dowry , I also started a poultry selling business where i earn income to take care of my family's daily basic needs.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to purchase 10 pieces of iron sheet worth 6500 KES, a sack of maize 2500 KES and bought food with the rest of the money.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to buy a cross breed cow to produce milk, which i will be able to sell and get money to sustain my family
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access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on livestock trading business and also on household items to improve the condition of my house.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I am proudest of buying a few goats and starting a goat trading business.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is lack of a steady source of income due to very limited opportunities in our area.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I am tethering my goats in the grazing fields.
