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 ($463 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
First I paid dowery with my third transfer to show loyalty to my in-laws then I use the remaining amount to start a cereal business for my wife, now we are able to provide food for our family without any difficulties. thank you GiveDirectly.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($481 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent a larger portion of my second transfer on paying my dowry and used 3000 KES to buy fishing net.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is the pride I have for havong paid my dowry so I now feel like a real 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?
In spent my first transfer on seats (10,000 KES)
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment when I received my money I felt a thrill within me since I had planned to buy better and decent seats to replace my old plastic seats, thank you.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I have faced is, I have been unable to pay school fees for my children due to lack of money.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest moment is in the evening because its the time I thank God for the provision of the day and reunite with my family.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money will help me buy building materials and build my own home. I will also use part of this money to pay dowry and start a business for sustainability.
