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
50000 KES ($497 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I used the last cash transfer to buy chairs, a new TV set and water conservation jerrycans and tanks.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($482 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying sofa sets at 25000 KES, a table at 4000 KES, a curbert at 10000 KES, a bed at 3000 KES, clothing at 2000 KES, wooden door at 1800 KES while the rest on food
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I am living in a better place and more improved 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 spent my first transfer to settle my mother's hospital bills after she was operated on and developed some complications. Using the remaining amount,I spent on purchasing a solar lamp. I have been using a tin lamp and the cost of kerosene was overwhelming. It could not also light the whole house.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer,I was so happy and shocked . I have never held such an amount of money in my life ever.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is lack of enough money to start a business.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is evening. It's always God Grace that I reach the evening.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means a lot to me and I am happy to receive the money. I will be able to buy livestock and start fish business.
