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 am using my whole transfer to buy materials for building a new house.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I am old and my house was falling but now i am building a better strong house. Even my son who received this support bought a motorbike and now our life has improved a lot.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my Token payment on a mattress, blanket and repayment of SILK Loan.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend my upcoming lump sum payment on improving the appearance of my current house through renovation, and starting a cereals business.
Enrolled
access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to open a shop where I will sell grains like maize, sorghum, beans and other basic household commodities such as sugar and cooking fat for neighbours.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement was being able to feed my children after my husband's demise by engaging in fish trade.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in life is poor health. I have suffered joint pain for five years now. I can no longer function as a normal human being like before.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I wake up. To wake up a live with my family makes me happy.
