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 used my transfer to buy cement (16900), sand (8500), paint (3500), a steel door and 3 windows (15000), a goat (3500) and food (2500).
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
GD has helped me buy materials to be used for renovating my house, i am so happy. My husband left me with a debt and i am sure i will pay it with my final transfer and stay peacefully i am thankful to GD for the support.
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 the entire transfer to repair my house because it was in bad condition.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to cement both walls and floor of my house. Currently its earth and require frequent repairs which is also expensive.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I have planned to rebuild my house,build a kitchen and a toilet.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I have managed to take care of my children.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship is taking of my children,it's not easy,at times when they are sick and I don't have the money to buy medicine for them i am forced to leave my identity card at the hospital and to collect it later when I have cleared the bill.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when am with my children and they are healthy
