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 first transfer to build a house (38240), bought food (4590), a bag of maize (1400), repaid a loan (4200), paid primary school fee (820), contributed in church (500) and withdrawal charges (250)
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I used to rent a house and never thought i will build one of my own. I thank GD for supporting me build a house and never shall i pay rent again.
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 bought iron sheets (3200), farming (2000), bought a suitcase (1000), bought clothes and food (3500).
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend my upcoming lump-sum payment on building a house and to buy two cows for my dowry payment.
Enrolled
access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I would like to use part of the transfer to build a house because we do not own any house. Secondly l would wish to open up a business to generate income to support my family. Finally l would like to pay dowry to my parents to appreciate them.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that we have struggled to buy some iron sheets which I am planning to use in building our house.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship in life is lack of proper shelter since we do not own any house.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is when having lunch with my family members.
