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 spent 23000 KES of the first lumpsum in buying livestock, paid school fee at 7000 KES, bought iron sheets at 5000 KES and used 15000 KES to my boost my business.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I managed to cleared school fee for my children thus we are relived of the burden.
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 spent 5800 KES on secondary school fees for my daughter and the remaining part of this token payment on food.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning that the upcoming lumpsum will enable me see my daughter through her high school education.
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to pay school fees. My eldest child joined high school this year and there is another joining next year. I also plan to expand and renovate my house.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement am proudest of is that I have been able to take care of my kids especially in providing for their daily basic needs. At least they are able to have all meals and to go to school.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is that I am afraid I may not be able to educate my children to the highest level possible.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when relaxing with my kids after school.
