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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. Learn more about how recipients opt in to share their stories.
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Esther's family
Esther
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Casual labour
faceAge:
20
homeHousehold Size:
2
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
Upcoming Stage
Next Payment
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Follow to be updated on Esther's next check-in.
 
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?
We spent 2,000 KES on medication after going through a C-section delivery, bought a mattress for 4,000 KES and a water container for 1,000 KES. The remaining amount was spent on buying food.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
We are planning to buy our own motorbike to use in 'bodaboda' business.
 
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
We have planned to build a house since we are renting at the shopping center.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The proudest achievement was when I was running a small business where I made a few shillings to take of our needs
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship was loosing my first child early this year in February, I am trying to help but it's not easy.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part is when am with my husband.