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 3 windows (93000), a door (6800), cement (10000), sand and ballast (10000), paint (2000), food (2000) and paid labor charges (10000).
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I feel more human now that i have a decent house that is more comfortable and presentable. I thank GD for the support.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought a cow and used it to pay my dowry; my husband died before he paid my dowry, and tradition dictates that my dowry must be paid now tha I have a grown up daughter. She may get married and he dowry cannot be paid before mine.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I had built a house and I now want to finish it; I want to buy cement and cement the floor and walls.
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to buy materials to be used in repairing my house, build a good pit latrine and buy some cows which I will milk and sell the surplus milk in the village.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I joined a women's support group and through the table banking we had in our group, I was able to save enough money until I finally built my current house.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face right now is lack a sustainable source of income, this means means that I cannot cater for my children's school fees and they risk being sent away from school.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening especially when I have just arrived home from working at the lakeside, this is because I always look forward to seeing my children and spending time with them.
