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 transfer to buy building materials and pay labor charges (24720), bought chairs (18000), 2 bags of maize (4000) and food (3000).
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I have acquired a lot of household assets and utensils that i did not have. I expanded my house and now my children have their own room and even if visitors come they can seat comfortably and have space to sleep. I can now walk with my head high because my standards have improved. I would even suggest you come a nd supervise how we have used the transfer so that we qualify to receive transfers on a monthly basis for a total transformation.
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 a mattress and a blanket with a larger portion of the transfer. I also paid my 3 children in primary school fee.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to enlarge my house because the current one is too small. I'm also planning to build my elder son a nice house.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
We plan to build a house, pay school fees, and to invest in business.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement am proudest of is building this house. We managed the construction expenses with our own savings. Before this we were homeless, renting at the nearest center.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship we face is the burden of school fees. Considering that our income sources are very unstable.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening, especially incase a friend, relative or my husband sends me money.