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Unfiltered, unedited stories

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

Browse the real, unedited profiles of the recipients we serve, learn about their aspirations, and follow them to stay updated as their lives move forward.

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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.

over 8 years ago

Collins enrolled.

"The achievement I am proudest of is that I own my home where I can make decisions independently."

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over 8 years ago

Lilian enrolled.

"The achievement I am proudest of is that I'm good in farming and I am happy that I sold some of my farm proceeds and managed to buy three dairy cow that I later on sold and paid school fees."

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over 8 years ago

Ang'iro enrolled.

"Our proudest achievement is that we have been able to get food for the family. We have grown enough crops which we harvest for food."

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over 8 years ago

Benson enrolled.

"The biggest hardship that we have faced in life is that we have a child who has been Sickling but we don't have enough money to pay for his medical bills."

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over 8 years ago

"The achievement am proudest of is the livestock I own. I consider this assets which I can sale whenever I get stuck, especially on matters school fees."

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over 8 years ago

"The achievement am proudest of is raising my kids. I find joy in being there for them since their father died. I work hard to ensure they have food, clothing and shelter."

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over 8 years ago

"My biggest hardship in life is lack of money to buy food and pay school fees."

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over 8 years ago

Hezron enrolled.

"My biggest hardship in life is lack of proper source of income for my family."

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over 8 years ago

Everline enrolled.

"The biggest hardship was when I had to leave all my property and business because my life was in danger,I was almost being killed by my relatives because of land and the projects that I was doing."

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over 8 years ago

Jesta enrolled.

"The proudest achievement is that I have built my house,I have bought some furniture and I also have some livestock."

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