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
50000 KES ($499 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I bought a bed and mattress because the one I had was too small to comfortably accommodate the two of us .
I also paid school fees for my son who is in secondary because I had a huge school fees balance.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($484 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying sand, cement, four windows and paid fees for my daughter in secondary school. I am currently plastering my house and fixing new windows to make it neat and beautiful.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I have cleared school fees arrears which was my major challenge and repaired my old leaking house. I feel so happy and peaceful that my burdens have been lifted. Thanks to GD.
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 used myvfirst transfer to buy framing equipment, including a wheelbarrow, a how and a panga at a total cost of 4350 KES. I also bought dry maize at 1000 KES for my family's food and used the rest to pay labor charge to plough my garden using a tractor.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt happy the moment I received my money since it was going to enable me acquire the farming tools I needed.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Lack of money to pay for my son's school fee
What is the happiest part of your day?
After meals because my family is usually jovial and active
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I will pay part of the money in school fees and improve my business for long term financial sustainability
