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
47900 KES ($477 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I completed building my house which I had started building using the first and the second transfer.I bought roofing materials with part of the money then used the rest to clear my son's school fees.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($481 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent 30000 KES of my second transfer on building a roof of the house I had started building and used the rest of the money on boosting my business.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life having improved my living standard from the income I get from my business. I am also happy I'm not rained on anymore because I now have a comfortable iron roof 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 the larger part of my first transfer on paying school fees arrears for my child 6000 KES. I bought school uniform too.I also added stock onto my small scale business.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my first transfer,I felt very happy since I have never received a lump-sump amount of money in my whole life out of good-will,I will forever testify this to my great grandchildren.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I have faced is lack of capital to start a better business.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest moment is in the evening since its the time I get some food for my family after days hardwork.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money will help me expand my business for sustainability. I will also complete school fees balance for my child who is yet to complete her studies.
