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 a cow at 20,000 KES, used 15,000 KES to go for a driving course, bought 15 iron sheets at 10,000 KES then used used the rest on transport while going to school and lunch while in school.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I now have a better life because I'll easily get something to do for a living once i get my driving linsence.
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?
l spent the transfer to buy 10 iron-sheets at 6000 kshs, l also paid collage fees for my driving course of 2000 kshs the remaining 2000 kshs l spent to buy poles.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
l am planning to start business.
Enrolled
access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to spend the transfer to construct a new house for me and my siblings. I also plan to spend the transfer to complete a course in driving which I had started but stopped due to lack of fee. I also plan to spend the transfer to buy household items like furniture.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I have been able to grow tomatoes and vegetables which has enabled us get food and other needs.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I have faced in life is when my parents and grandmother died. I was left with my siblings to take care of. Life has been harsh for us because I don't have a stable source of income to support the family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when am able to get food for myself and for my siblings.
