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 bought a sheep 4000 KES, solar lamp 5000 KES, spent 5000 KES on maternal illness,school fees 4000 KES, bought clothes for my children 3000 KES, paint 2000 KES. The rest I am still spending on my newborn baby and on food for the family.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I have seen a big difference of lighting with a solar lamp and not kerosene. I am also happy to have managed maternal expenses I could not afford on my own.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent 3,000 KES to buy a bed, 4,000 KES to buy a mattress and 2,000 KES on medical bills and also buy clothes for my children.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to buy a bull and a hand drawn plough and also buy some goats.
Enrolled
access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I would wish to buy a motorbike because it will aid in transporting customers from the village to kendu town hence it will be a good source of income for my family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I am proudest of was owning a decent home and raising my children alone after the death of my spouse.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is lack of proper source of income.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I'm happiest in the morning when I wake up and I'm able to do household chores.
