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 spent my second transfer on plastering my house. I also bought windows and doors and fixed them to my house.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have a strong and neat 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 used a larger portion of the transfer to buy sand which I'll use to cement the walls of my house. I also purchased foodstuffs for family consumption.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
When I got the transfer, I got very happy.
Enrolled
access_time almost 8 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
We depends on fishing, but now the lake is covered with water hyacinth, thus no fishing activity is taking place. With the prolonged drought, making ends meet has been difficult.
What is the happiest part of your day?
In the evening when I have know my fate of the day and how I am going to carryout tomorrow's activities.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I will be able to educate my children, therefore sharpening their skills and have a good life in future.
