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
47900 KES ($464 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer to pay college fees for my sibling since my parents could not afford to pay the money, I spent some amount to complete payment of my college fees so as to graduate and have a certificate which could enable me to get a job and the remaining amount, I spent on clothes and food for my family.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($485 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent 20000 KES of the second transfer on buying a few households because I moved to a new house . I then saved 30000 KES which I'm planning to start up a business with.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is being independent. Previously I was staying with my parents but after getting the transfer I moved out and rented a house.
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 used 2000 KES from my first transfer to buy foodstuffs for my family. The rest of the money is still in my bank account.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was so happy the moment I received my money because I had no money at that time.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to use the transfers to start up a business, I wish to sell second hand clothes.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
I got pregnant before I joined college but my dad agreed to pay my school fees and right now I have a college certificate with me. This means I'll be independent once I get a job.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I faced betrayal when I was pregnant as my parents and the husband never wanted to hear from me. This is because the pregnancy took place before I cleared my college and my dad was angry at me saying I wasted his money.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest is in the morning when my daughter wakes up well and lovely.
