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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.
Sidi's family
access_time 10 days ago
Sidi enrolled.
"Healthy issues is the problem that I am currently facing in life. I have pressure, ulcers and two bowls on the chest. It is two years now since I started suffering and the disease has really put me down. I can not do any work now thus depending on other people." (Country: Kenya)
Rahab's family
access_time 10 days ago
Rahab enrolled.
"Source of reliable income is the challenge I am currently facing in life. My husband does casual jobs at the coastal towns and I do subsistence farming. He earns little income that caters for food and school fees. The husband has now taken three months without accessing any job. This has made my children miss classes for two weeks now due to school fees." (Country: Kenya)
Alice's family
access_time 11 days ago
Alice received a $396 second payment.
"It is disheartening to witness my two children staying at home after completing their secondary education; one graduated last year, and the other in 2022. Despite my desire to enrol them in tertiary education like their peers, financial constraints have posed a significant obstacle. My goal for the upcoming year and beyond is to ensure they're able to pursue further education, even if it means enrolling them in smaller colleges. To raise funds for this, I plan to maximize the productivity of my two-acre farm by planting maize and green grams for sale. The income generated from these crops will be dedicated to financing their education. Witnessing them back in school will be my greatest accomplishment and a source of immense pride." (Country: Kenya)
Sammy's family
access_time 11 days ago
Sammy received a $337 second payment.
"This year, with savings from GiveDirectly transfers my plan is to cultivate maize and beans on my 1.5-acre farm. However, the success of this endeavor hinges on the rains. We rely on irrigation from the river, but it's drying up. Cultivating these crops is vital for me as it will address our food security concerns. Any surplus harvest will be sold to generate income for school fees. It's a simple plan with significant potential to improve our lives, but it all depends on the rain." (Country: Kenya)
Andrew's family
access_time 11 days ago
Andrew received a $25 eighteenth payment.
"This year, my aim is to achieve self-sufficiency through agribusiness. With my poultry business thriving, I plan to utilize its profits along with upcoming funds to cultivate a significant quantity of maize for sale. This initiative will contribute to stabilizing my family's financial situation, bringing me a sense of relief and peace of mind. I express heartfelt gratitude for the support I've received, which has enabled me to pursue this path towards sustainability." (Country: Kenya)
Kache's family
access_time 11 days ago
Kache received a $25 eighteenth payment.
"My aim is to grow my herd by consistently acquiring more goats. Currently, I own two goats, and I intend to use my transfers to acquire additional ones. Owning goats is beneficial as they can be readily sold to cover fees or handle unexpected expenses. Furthermore, this will generate extra income for my family, contributing to greater stability. Possessing this resource will provide me with reassurance that my family's needs will be met. I am deeply grateful for this program as it has brought positive changes to my life." (Country: Kenya)
Rehema's family
access_time 11 days ago
Rehema received a $25 eighteenth payment.
"This year, my main objective is to focus on investing in livestock, particularly goats. Goats are low-maintenance and can easily be sold to finance various expenses like school fees, food, and other daily necessities. Moreover, I plan to use them as a financial cushion for unexpected emergencies. I aim to use funds from my upcoming transfers to purchase these goats, providing my family with additional income to address any future needs. I am deeply thankful for the opportunities provided by this program, as they have played a significant role in improving my life." (Country: Kenya)
Umazi's family
access_time 11 days ago
Umazi received a $25 eighteenth payment.
"My aim for the year is to ensure that my two sons who are still in school receive a good education, as I strongly believe in the importance of education for a prosperous life. However, given the high costs of school fees, I plan to rear goats, which will serve as an additional source of income to help cover their educational expenses. I will also utilize upcoming transfers to accomplish this goal. I am confident that through education, my sons will acquire essential skills that will pave the way for promising job opportunities in the future. I am sincerely grateful to this organization for the invaluable assistance they have provided me, enabling me to educate my children comfortably." (Country: Kenya)
Hamisi's family
access_time 11 days ago
Hamisi received a $25 eighteenth payment.
"This year, my focus is on establishing a shop in my village, offering essential items such as sugar, flour, oil, and other necessities. Recognizing the potential profitability of this venture, I am determined to manage it efficiently. To fund this initiative, I plan to utilize both my upcoming transfers and the profits generated from my video shop. This new business venture holds the promise of providing additional income for my family, and I am filled with joy at the prospect of improving our quality of life through this opportunity." (Country: Kenya)
Francis's family
access_time 11 days ago
Francis received a $25 eighteenth payment.
"This year, my main objective is to transition to agribusiness. During the previous planting season, I achieved remarkable success, harvesting twenty-two bags of maize from just two acres of land. The abundance of food ensures that my family will be well taken care of for several months, which brings me great satisfaction. My strategy moving forward involves investing in improved farming techniques to attain an even greater harvest, allowing me to sell surplus produce and provide additional support for my family. To accomplish this goal, I intend to utilize upcoming transfers. A higher income will enable us to meet our family's essential needs, including food, medication, and better housing. I am sincerely grateful for this assistance, as it has positively transformed my life in numerous ways." (Country: Kenya)
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