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 spent the transfer to build a spacious house so l bought building materials at 41960 kshs, labor-charge at 5500 kshs, the remaining balance l spent to buy food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
l was staying in a very small house but now l am staying in a very nice spacious house that accommodate me with my family
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 a sofa set and the remaining 3000 KES on clothing and food for my household members.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to build a kitchen of 20 iron sheets with the whole of my upcoming lumpsum payment.
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access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to build a kitchen and to pay school fees. Since my husband died before paying my dowry, I plan to do so on his behalf.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement am proudest of is taking care of the kids in terms of school fees, food, shelter and clothing especially after my husband died.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is the burden of school fees, due to lack of a reliable income source.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when doing house chores like fetching water, washing utensils and smearing the house.
