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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l spent the transfer to pay dowry of 42000 KES to my in-laws, l bought cushions at 3000 KES, the remaining balance l spent to buy food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
There is a big difference in my life because l now have peace in my house there was a lot problem between and my spouse because l have taken anything to her place.
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?
We bought furniture (6000 KES) one sack of maize (2500 KES) and spent the rest on shopping for the family.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to build a new home with the upcoming lumpsum transfer.
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 do farming in large scale to generate income to sustain my family. Finally l would wish to educate my children using this transfer.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that l was able to up bring my siblings after the death of my parents.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship in life is over dependency by my siblings and my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest of part of the day is in the evening when telling stories with my family and friends.
