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 bought two cows 30000 KES, cement 5600 KES, labor charges 6000 KES, murram soil 5000 KES, added the rest with my savings and bought sand for 5000 KES.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I now own two cows and I am repairing my house permanently. This is a big difference in my 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 spent 7000 KES on a steel door, 2000 KES on school fees and 1000 KES on food.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I plan on buying cattle, doing house repairs and build a toilet.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to renovate my house, buy cattle and a ploughing machine for farming.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement am proudest of is educating my children through high school as a single parent. I was a professional photographer until I developed eye problem. That's how I was able to pay school fees.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is that I am stressed up due to my separation issues with my wife.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when having dinner with my kids.
