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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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
25500 KES ($253 USD)
access_time 5 years ago
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Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
23675 KES ($235 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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Do you have any new goals that you didn't have before receiving the transfer?
I would
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I woild not have managed to buy the machine
How do you expect your life to change in the next six months?
In the next six months My farm produce will double,hence more money to take care of my family
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
I am more happy because I now own stuff that I never thought I would own in a lifetime.
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access_time 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face right now is lack of a sustainable source of income. I am a casual worker and these jobs are not always available, this often means that I cannot always provide basic necessities for my family and this depresses me at times.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening especially if nothing or no one has annoyed me. I usually get to spend time with my family while in a good mood and this makes me very happy.
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to buy a water pump which I will use to draw water from the lake and irrigate my farm. I cultivate tomatoes and kales and if I can adequately irrigate the farm I will increase its productivity.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is having built my own house. I had to really struggle and save money that I earned from doing odd jobs in order to get this shelter ,it was difficult but am proud that eventually I gave my family a house.
