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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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($465 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on a solar panel, a sofa set and a TV. I can say that I was privillaged to acquire a green source of energy that is healthier and relatively cheaper to use and maintain. Through it, I am able to watch TV and light my house without any restriction. The furniture I have acquired is more comfortable too than what I had before getting the money.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($484 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying building materials and building a new bigger house for my family.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Having a descent house for my family is the biggest difference in my life.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on plastering the walls of my latrine which was prone to damages caused by rain waters during rainy seasons. Other than that, I purchased 7 pieces of iron sheets and kept aside in preparation for construction of a new house to replace the old, leaking and tiny house that I had before.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment received my transfers, I felt so good since I knew the money would bring changes in my life and raise me to the level where most people belong.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Drought in the area has made it hard to get all meals in a day
What is the happiest part of your day?
Afternoon hours make me happy because most of this times I interact with friends and relatives and just chat
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money will bring comfort to our household because we will build a bigger house that all family members can easily fit in us well us expanding my mandazi selling business to generate more income.
