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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When I received my first lumpsum transfer, I spent 23400 KES on 36 iron sheets , 3660 KES on 10 Kgs of nails, 7200 KES on 40 round poles, 8000 KES on 40 standing poles, I transported these building materials at a total cost 2000 KES. I cleared my medical bills with 3000 KES, I built a latrine at total cost of 5000 KES. I added 2535 KES from my pocket to accomplish these projects.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I am now sleeping on cleaner and better bedding, which is healthier to our life. I don't need to be worried about bedbugs anymore.
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 dug a latrine using 5000 KES of my token payment and I spent the remaining 5000 KES on my bedding and cushions.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I would like to build a new house since I am living in a house that is soon collapsing and if this upcoming lumpsum payment may remain then I may start selling bread.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
First,I would like to construct a pit latrine because the one I have right now is almost collapsing. Secondly, I would like to use part of my transfer to pay my school fees since I am planning to go back to college to complete a tailoring course I had started.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
I am proud of maintaining a happy and a healthy family.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is lack of a reliable source of income. My income is too low and sometimes it's not easy for me to raise school fees for my children.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when weeding my farm because it keeps me busy as I also get to see how my crops are growing.
