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 the whole of my second transfer on buying building materials (cement, sand, balast, steel door and windows) which I used in renovating my house which was almost falling.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is the pride I have for having managed to renovate my house after six years of shame staying in a shoddy house.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on paying school fees for my son in secondary school. I am happy as this has reduced his arrears.Using the remaining amount, I spent on food and buying bedding for myself as the ones I had had worn out.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer,I was so happy. It had taken so long and I thought I had been forgotten by GiveDirectly until I saw the Mpesa message.
Enrolled
access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to repair my house with the transfers that I will receive since currently it's a mud house but I want to cement it. Secondly I plan to use part of the transfer in settling school fees for my child who is joining form one next year
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My most proud proudest achievement is being able to educate my children despite being a widow with all the challenges of not having a steady income
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in life is the death of my husband which left me a widow
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I am resting
