GDLive Newsfeed
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. Learn more about how recipients opt in to share their stories.
Mary's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Mary received a $445 initial payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is the joy and happiness I have acquired ever since I got my transfer. Before, I would worry about my childrens education but now, they are covered."
Faith's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Faith received a $23 fifth payment.
"I am planning to take my children to an improved educational center."
Agnes's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Agnes received a $23 fifth payment.
"I expect to concentrate on my own crop and poultry farming in order for my kids to get a good education and increase my piece land. I also expect to complete construction of my new kitchen in the next six months."
Janet's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Janet received a $440 initial payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have been in position to own live stock that will help me with my childrens education in future and all my family members are having descent clothings that I couldn't afford before."
Esther's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Esther enrolled.
"This money came by surprise to us because we have never touched such a huge amount. At first we didn't take it that serious but according to what we've heard from our neighbors and the kind of work they have done with this cash, we see great life ahead. Receiving this money means a better life, good health care and quality education for our children. "
Kamu's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Kamu enrolled.
"Lack of money to meet the education needs of my children is the biggest hardship I am faced with. "
Philipina's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Philipina enrolled.
"I have three grown up children, they are done with their university education but they have not secured any job so I am forced to provide for them and their families. This has been a struggle to me due to lack of funds. This is the biggest hardship in my life."
Christina's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Christina enrolled.
"God's love is unmeasurable! Receiving this money means that our living standard and level of education will improve a lot. I will spend the money on building a better house, food and a cow for my family. Besides, I will use some of the money to pay college fees for one of my kids. Subsequently, we shall enjoy better living standards. Thanks GD. I greatly thank God for remembering us."
Sam's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Sam enrolled.
"Receiving this money means investing in my children's education. This money will buy scholastic materials and pay school fees for my children."
Carren's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Carren enrolled.
"When my daughter was about 3 years old, she was diagnosed with eye complications (probably allergy). Although it is an on and off condition, it has adversely affected her, especially on matters education. When the situation worsens, she misses lessons (at school). Hence, I am worried that she might never attain her dream goal of becoming a teacher and enjoying a good life."
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