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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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($475 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent the whole of the transfer to pay dowry to my in-laws, this has been a problem between me and my spouse, because she has been pressuring me to pay dowry and yet l do not have a stable income and now we are staying peacefully.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($483 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying building materials that I used to build a new house. My old house was not in a very good condition it was grass thatched and leaking . I also paid school fees for my orphaned siblings. Using the remaining amount,I spent on buying food for my family.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I am living in a iron roofed house. My children and family are no longer rained. I am happy.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to pay school fees for my sister who is in high school. The money came at the right time and I was so happy to receive it. The little transfer remaining I spent on food for my family.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer,I was so exited. I am still happy and grateful to GD.
Enrolled
access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I have a very big family and due to lack of money, I am unable provide enough food for my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am always happy in the evening because I relax with my family.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money will enable me refurbish my house and buy furniture. I will also be able to pay school fees for my children.
