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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l spend the money to build a spacious house so l bought 40 iron-sheet at 30000 kshs, nails 3000 kshs, poles at 10400 kshs, l also spend 5000 kshs to pay labor.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
l was in a very small house that could not accommodate me with my family but now l am in a very spacious house.
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 bought bedding with a larger portion of the transfer. I also purchase water containers with the remaining amount.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to build iron roofed house. Currently I'm living in a leaking grass thatched house. I'm also planning to invest the rest in livestock.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
We have planned to build another house with better roofing since the one I have keeps on licking.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is when I farm and am able to get a lot of harvest. Which at times we sell to pay fees for our children.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship was loosing our parents and we were not able to go to school,we just lived by working for people.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when we are together as a family in the evening.
