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 ($464 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I have saved a larger portion of my third transfer for future use and used 4000 KES to pay school fee for my child who is in primary school. I'm happy I cleared her fee and now she has enough time for her studies.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($485 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent a larger portion of my second transfer on buying iron sheets and windows which I'm planning to use in building my compound. I paid school fee of 10000 KES for my child who is in secondary school.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is having building materials ready. This has given the hopes of soon having my own compound since I'm currently staying in a rental house which is expensive.
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 paying school fees arrears for my two children and my brother -in law who are in primary school 7000 KES .I bought a half a bag of maize 2000 KES . I also bought two school uniform 1000 KES for my children as well.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my first transfer,I felt very happy since on that day I didn't have any money hence this amount of money brought a big relieve for me.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest challenge I have experienced is inability to educate my children due to lack of sustainable source of income.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Evenings are my favorite part of the day,it is at this time when I am back from my business having made profit and able to buy enough food for the family.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am so happy being among those who will receive money from Give Directly which I will use to expand my fish business.
