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 ($473 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on building a house for my son, who did not have a house. I bought iron sheets, poles and nails. Paid for labor.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($482 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to buy sand, cement which I have used to renovate my house, steel door and windows to add beauty to my house. I paid laborers who built my house, renovated my house and also those who fetched water for renovation and the remaining amount, I spent to buy food for my laborers.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I renovated my house from mud to plastered something which I never thought could happen to me and am very grateful and thank full to GD for the transfer.
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 building an iron roofed kitchen since I didn't have any and was cooking on open air and could be rained on.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy the moment when I received my money.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I am facing is that I am unable to provide my children with enough food since I got married. This is due to lack of money and high cost of living.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest moment of the day is during the day because I meet and share a lot with friends.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money will help me start a business to sustain my family. I will also be able to renovate my house and buy livestock for keeping when I receive this money.
