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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We added some of our savings to the first lumpsum transfer and used them to buy a motorbike.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
We now have a source of income from the motorbike we bought, this has brought peace and happiness in our family.
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 used my token to pay school fees (4000), bought a sack of maize (2400) and food (3300).
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to invest in fish business, buy chairs, a mattress and food.
Enrolled
access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to pay school fees, some of my younger kids are to join school. I also plan to renovate my house and to invest in business.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement am proudest of is educating my children. My eldest daughter just completed primary school.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is the burden of school fees especially in the near future. The kids are growing up so first and am not adequately prepared.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when I do house chores especially cooking supper for my kids.
