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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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($493 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used my first transfer to buy upholstered sofa set (35000), a steel door (7000) and added 2000 and paid secondary school fees for my child.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
GD has helped me renovate my house by replacing windows and door, i have comfortable chairs and i managed to reduce school fees balance for my child.
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 used 3,000 KES to buy a bed. Bought a mattress at 3,000 KES. Purchased some cushions at 300 KES. I also purchased foodstuffs for family consumption.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to cement the walls of my house because at the moment its earth. I also have a plan of fixing a metallic door. A part from that, I hold a plan of buying some chairs.
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to build a new house with bricks because I will be saved the energy, time and cost of frequent smearing. I also plan to build a pit latrine to improve the hygiene of my dwelling.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that through the small businesses we engage in, we have managed to sustain our children in school.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship we face in life is that we have unreliable sources of income and this affects our ability to pay school fee in good time for our children.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I wake up in good health and is able to work and meet the needs of my family.
