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 my transfer on buying building materials which I used in building myself a new house and moving from my other house which I now use as a kitchen and sleeping area for my children. I then bought some food with the remaining amount and also boosted my groceries kiosk business with a little.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that i now have a source of income which enables me take care of my financial obligations a bit comfortably.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($98 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to buy three goats as the first goats I am ever having to keep in my farm. The rest of the amount was spent to start construction of a pit latrine in my compound.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy the day I received the money from GiveDirectly. I had always wanted to own some goats and I was overjoyed that I had received the money.
Enrolled
access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to boost my business because this is my source of income.I would also buy a cow that I can milk.And the last transfer,I plan to built for my son his house that was burnt and partly pay school fees for my daughter.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
When my husband died,he left me in a very small,grass thutched house,but I have been able to build another house through the money I got from my business,and this is my proudest achievement .
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest challenge I have is paying school fees for my children because the income I get is not enough to sustain that.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I'm always happy all the time because of the life I have.That life too me is a blessing
