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We’re committed to transparency and use our survey technology to collect and share real-time updates and stories in this live newsfeed.

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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.

over 8 years ago

Mary received a $99 initial payment.

"I'm planning to build a nice iron roofed house with a larger portion of the transfer. I'm also planning to buy a cow with the remaining amount which will provide me with free milk in the future."

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over 8 years ago

Grace received a $99 initial payment.

"I'm planning to build a nice iron roofed house and furnish it."

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over 8 years ago

Charles received a $99 initial payment.

"I'm planning to finish my house with a portion of the transfer because as at now its not completed due to financial constraints. I'm also planning to invest in fish pond."

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over 8 years ago

Joshua received a $99 initial payment.

"I'm planning to build a new iron roofed house because my current house is too small in size. I'm also planning to pay dowry with the remaining amount."

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over 8 years ago

Paul received a $99 initial payment.

"I'm planning to cement both floor and walls of my house. I'm also planning to pay fee to my son in high school with the remaining portion."

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over 8 years ago

Pamela received a $99 initial payment.

"I'm planning to cement both floor and walls of my house because it's in bad condition. I'm also planning to pay fee to my son in high school with the remaining amount."

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over 8 years ago

Sharon received a $99 initial payment.

"I'm planning to cement both floor and walls of my house because at the moment it's earth and need frequent repairs which on the other hand is expensive. I'm also planning to invest the remaining amount in livestock."

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over 8 years ago

Joseph received a $99 initial payment.

"I'm planning to build a new house with a larger portion of the transfer because my current house is too small. I 'm also planning to buy a bull with the remaining amount which I'll use in farming activities."

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over 8 years ago

Caroline received a $99 initial payment.

"I'm planning to invest the entire transfer in retail shop business."

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over 8 years ago

Doris received a $99 initial payment.

"I'm planning to cement my house both walls and floor because currently it's earth and expensive to repair more often . I'm also planning to invest the remaining amount in retail shop business."

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