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 my first transfer on building an iron roofed house.I also bought maize and food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have a new house which is strong.
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 spent my token payment on a mattress (3300), cushions for my chairs (1200) a bed (2800), a blanket (850) and food (1800)
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to build a new house and settle household needs with my upcoming lump-sum payment.
Enrolled
access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to spend the first portion on buying mattresses,bed and seats.I also plan to build a house for my first born son and spend the remaining amount towards establishing my home.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I am proudest of was that I managed to pay my wife's dowry through my hard work.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I would say,lack of proper source of income has been my biggest hardship because sometimes I skip meals since I cannot afford to buy food.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I'm happiest in the morning when I report to work because I'm sure of getting money at the end of the day after finishing my job.
