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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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($493 USD)
access_time over 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I added some of my savings to the first lumpsum transfer and used it to buy 2 cows.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I now have cows which is a form of investment and they also keep me busy.
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 bought a cow 7000 KES and spent 3000 KES to buy plastic chairs and a table.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to start a kiosk shop with the upcoming lumpsum transfer.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I would like to use part of the transfer to open up a business to generate income to support my family. Finally l would wish to buy a piece of land since we do not have enough land.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that we have struggled and built our own house.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship in life is lack of proper source of income since I am a fishermen and getting fish in the lake is a very big problem.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of day is in the morning when I am from fishing and I got enough fish to sale and get good money to support my family.
