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 extended my main house from 22 to 32 iron sheets at a total cost of 37000 KES, I invested 4000 KES in a general shop, I spent 3500 KES on a goat, I invested 5000 KES in a saloon and I spent the remaining 500 KES on food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I have seen a big difference in my daily life since my current house is more spacious and this can now enable me keep my belongings safe and my guests have equally gained their privacy.
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 my token payment to buy chairs (8800) and food (2000).
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to expand and plaster my house and to buy an ox.
Enrolled
access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to plaster my house in order to save time and energy for smearing and to make it clean, purchase two bulls for ploughing, purchase household furniture and boost my maize business so I can generate more profit.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I have established my own home as a woman after loosing my spouse fifteen years ago.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face in life is that I lack money to educate my grandchildren whom their father abandoned and I can nolonger work hard due to poor health.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when my family is together. This is when we are looking back and thanking God for protecting us and allowing us to work.
