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 bought iron sheets for 22400 KES, timber 10600 KES, labor charge 5000 KES, two windows at 5000 KES, door 7000 KES, school fees 2000 KES and spent the rest of the lumpsum on food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my life is having built a bigger house.
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 used most of the transfer to buy chairs. I also bought a goat with the remaining portion.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to enlarge my house because it is too small in size. I'm also planning to cement both walls and floor of my house because at the moment it is earth.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I have planned to set up a business so that I can take care of my family well
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement was being in a women's group where I got some money and bought the chairs in my house
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship has been taking care of school fees for our children since we are just casual labourers
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when am preparing a meal for my family
