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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I spent 20,000 KES to clear school fee balance for my child in secondary school, I bought sand at 8,000 KES and added 20,000 KES to my business capital.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference to me has been that I have been able to pay school fees for my children who would otherwise be stranded at home with me and not knowing what the future holds for them.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I used the entire transfer to pay fee to my daughter in high school.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to cement the floor of my house with a portion of the transfer . I'm also planning to pay school fee to my daughter in high school.
Enrolled
access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to spend my transfer on school fees,this is because I have two children who have completed secondary education and are still waiting to join college. I also plan to plaster my floor because I would like to prevent dust-born diseases since my spouse is allergic to dust.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement has been owning my own business because this is where I source my daily income.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My sickness has been my biggest hardship because I'm suffering from arthritis and I have not been able to raise some money that can help me seek treatment in a good hospital.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I go to the mining site to serve tea and mandazi to my customers because I get good money at the end of the day.
