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 ($496 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent the whole of the third transfer to buy building materials as l am planning to up my own home since l am staying at my in-law's home where l am comfortable.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($484 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to buy building materials that I am planning to use to build a new house. I also spent part of the money to start a business of selling second hand clothes that I now sell. My income has been steady now. Thanks to GiveDirectly.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I am able to make my own income and not fully depend on my husband like I used to previously .I no longer have to wait for him to buy some basics in the house as I am able to from the profits I make in my business. Thanks to GiveDirectly for making me an independent woman.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I started a small business that can sustain my family through out the year.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt very happy because that was an opportunity to make my life better and that of my family.
Enrolled
access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life was that my daughter was very sick and I couldn't afford her medication.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the afternoon when watching Television.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I am going to own a business of selling household items.
