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 built a semi-permanent house of 30 iron sheets with a steel door and 3 steel windows with the whole of my first lumpsum transfer.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I am now living in a more robust house. Initially, I lived under an old and loosely held roof that could make us noise the entire night when the wind is blowing and we are a sleep, however, we can now have a peaceful and more comfortable sleep the biggest difference in our daily lives.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time over 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent the transfer on buying 12 pieces of iron sheets 7000 KES and used balance on meals at home.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend it on buying building materials.
Enrolled
access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to spend the transfer to construct a house for my family. I also plan to spend the transfer to start a small business. I also plan to spend the transfer to buy livestock.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I have been able to build a house for my family.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I have faced in life is when my husband was diagnosed with HIV and he later succumbed. I have been living with HIV/AIDS for years now and it hasn't been easy for me because my condition requires that I eat a balanced diet daily to improve on my health. This has been challenging because I don't have a reliable source of income to feed my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I manage to get profit from my business. I sell paraffin and I always feel happy when I get profit out of it.
