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 transfer to buy iron sheets(1670 KES) timber and poles (12000 KES) nails(3000 KES) and labor charge (7000 KES) paid school fees (4000 KES) and the rest on food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my life is that I have moved from a smaller house to a bigger and comfortable house. I have also reduced the burden of paying school fees.
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 used a larger portion of the transfer to buy both bed and a mattress. I was laying some old clothes on the ground and catch my sleep on them. I also purchased foodstuffs for family consumption.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to enlarge my house because it is too small in size. I'm also planning to build a kitchen where I can safely prepare my daily meals. Currently I cook in an open place.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
First,I am planning to set aside part of the transfer so that come next year,I am able to pay school fees for my son who is going to join form one.Secondly,I would like to renovate my house because I would like to stay in a nice house.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
Looking back, I would say that being able to take care of my children and seeing them through school despite the hardships I am facing is the proudest achievement I can talk of.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Lack of enough funds that can enable me set up a small business is the hardship I am currently facing.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I get home and my family welcomes me with a smile.
