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 32780 KES, labor-charge 2000 KES, l bought mattress at 3500 KES, l also gave 2000 KES to my mother 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 l am very comfortable staying in a spacious house.
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 the transfer on buying 6 pieces of iron sheets 6500 KES , paid school fees 1000 KES and used balance on daily meals at home .
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend it on building a big house and start up a small business .
Enrolled
access_time almost 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to buy sand, cement, timber, round poles, nails and iron roofing sheets which I will use to build a better house for my family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is having joined a women's support group and after saving for a while I was able to buy a few chicken and goats.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face right now is lack of enough money to build a better house for my family, our current house is dilapidated and it may even collapse.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening after finishing all my chores for the day, I can therefore relax with my family as we have a meal.
