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
50000 KES ($484 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I didn't have a house and I have been in staying in a rental house for many years so when I received my third transfer I used it to build my home. I'm now happy I have my home, I feel so free and independent. The money I used to spend on paying house rent I can now use in paying my children's school fees.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($485 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on building a house though not yet cemented. I then used the other part of the money on school fees for my son who is sitting his forth form exams this year.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I am not stressed about school fees any more, before my son used to be sent home due to fee arrears but immediately I got the transfer, I cleared with the school and eventually he will sit for his final high school exams. I stay in a rental house which consumes a lot of my income but now that I have set up my house, though not finished, am hopeful of not paying rent as from next month. Thanks to GiveDirectly for the support.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($96 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I saved the whole of my first transfer in preparation for construction of a house once the second transfer is sent. Currently I reside in a rental house due to lack of funds to build my own house.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
When I received my transfer, I felt so happy because the money opened a new chapter of acquisition of my own house.
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access_time 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The greatest hardship that I have faced is providing better education for my children due to high cost of living.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest moment is in the evening. This is the time I reunite with my family members.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
When I receive this money will help me restock my shop with goods for sustainability.
