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 used my transfer to buy a cow (15000), sand (24000), a table (5000), supper-drum (3000) and food (2800)
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I have all materials ready to rough cast my house, i stocked enough food and i own a cow as an economic asset.
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 bought family clothes and two pieces of blankets with a portion of the transfer . Used 2,200 KES to settle some debts. I also purchased foodstuffs for family consumption.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to cement both walls and floor of my house. I'm also planning to buy a cow which will provide me with free milk in the future.
Enrolled
access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to spend the transfer on school fees for my daughter. I also plan to spend the transfer to buy oxen plough that would help me during ploughing. I also plan to spend the transfer to buy a mattress and other household items.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I have managed to build a new house for my family. I feel proud of my efforts.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I have faced in life is having a growth in my eye. This has hindered me from having a good vision. I have tried to go for a eye surgery but I cannot manage to get enough money. So I have to struggle with it.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when eat dinner with my children. They make me laugh a lot and am happy for them.
