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 35 iron sheets at a total cost of 39600 KES, I spent 3500 KES on a table, 4000 KES on a sack of maize and the remaining 2900 KES on other food items.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I opened a grocery business that generates us daily income. This has boosted my earnings and I am now able to provide better for my household members, which has fostered love and piece in our family the biggest difference in our daily life.
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 6500 KES of my token payment on 10 iron sheets, 3000 KES on a sack of maize and the remaining 500 KES on food and other kitchen items like spices.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am currently living in an iron-roofed house of 5 iron sheets and therefore when I get my upcoming lumpsum payment I will build a bigger one of 30 iron sheets.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to use my transfer to build a house in my own compound because I have been residing in my father's compound and according to our tradition, I am required to have my own home after attaining a certain age and I have not been able to do that due to lack of funds.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I am a dedicated farmer.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face in life is that I lack reliable source of income to feed and educate my children.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I wake up to a new day.
