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 built a pit latrine (10000), boosted my shop business (10000), bought and fixed 2 windows (10000), bought a cow (12000), paint (2000), uniforms and books (1000) and food (7000).
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
GD has brought life to my compound, i have renovated my house, my business has picked up and food is easy to come by. I would never have achieved all these as a widow on my own. I am thankful.
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 spent 7000 KES of my token payment on cementing my main house and the remaining part of the payment on school fees and food.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to build a latrine, buy 2 sheep, an heifer and the rest invest in my general shop.
Enrolled
access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I have planned to buy some livestock,set up a business and feed my family well.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The proudest achievement is that I have my own house and I have taken care of my family on my own.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship is that I have lost many of my children and my husband.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when I take my mats to the market and am able to sell them.
