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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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Newsfeed > Lucia's Profile
Lucia's family
Lucia
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Small business
faceAge:
43
homeHousehold Size:
3
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
Upcoming Stage
Next Payment
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($493 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent 8000 KES in clearing debts, 38000 KES in buying building materials (iron sheets, timber and nails), used 3000 KES in paying school fee and buying attires and used the rest on food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I had a heavy load of debt that was really burdening me but thanks to GD I managed to settle it and now I'm relieved.
 
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?
I spent 3500 KES on a bed, 5000 KES on a matress and the remaining amount of the token transfer on a super drum.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to build an iron-roofed house that is more spacious.
 
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to renovate my house, buy furniture and household items that I lack and to repay some loans that I have.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement am proudest of is raising my children. I run a small business through which I have provided for and taken care of my children.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is keeping my business on track and ensuring it's making profits.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I go to my business place.