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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l spent the transfer to build spacious house so l bought building materials at 31000 kshs, labor-charge 5000 kshs, l also spent 10000 kshs to improve my business, the remaining balance l spent to buy food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life has really changed because l was staying in a very small house that could not accommodate me with my family but now l am in a very spacious house which is very comfortable
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I paid college school fees for my daughter using 3000 KES of my token payment then I spent 2000 KES on a sack of maize, 2000 KES on clothing and the remaining 3000 KES on a sheep.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I would like to build a better house since I am living in a small house and start a cereal shop using my upcoming lumpsum payment.
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access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I have planned to add more iron roof since the one I have is not enough
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is when I plant my crops and am able to harvest a lot.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship is that I have chest problems and am forced to to do very heavy work.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when am with my whole family resting after a long day.
