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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.

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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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.

almost 9 years ago

Carolyne received a $98 initial payment.

"I am planning to spend my upcoming lumpsum payment on buying a cow and an oxe plough.I also want to expand my house and plaster the flour."

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almost 9 years ago

Elizabeth received a $98 initial payment.

"I am planning to spend my upcoming lumpsum payment on building a kitchen.I also want to buy water tank and start a fish business."

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almost 9 years ago

Dickson received a $98 initial payment.

"I am planning to spend my upcoming lumpsum payment on plastering my floor.I also want to pay school fees and buy food to eat."

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almost 9 years ago

Doris received a $98 initial payment.

"I am planning to spend my upcoming lumpsum payment on plastering my house and buy a cow."

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almost 9 years ago

Milka received a $98 initial payment.

"I am planning to spend my upcoming lumpsum payment on paying school fees.I also want to buy a cow and add capital to my business."

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almost 9 years ago

Carren received a $98 initial payment.

"I am planning to spend my upcoming lumpsum payment on starting a business.I also want to pay schol fees and plaster my house."

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almost 9 years ago

Anjilina received a $98 initial payment.

"I am planning to spend my upcoming lumpsum payment on paying dowry for my daughter in law.I also want to buy a cow."

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almost 9 years ago

Pamela received a $98 initial payment.

"I am planning to spend my upcoming lumpsum payment on expanding my house.I also want to pay school fees for my children."

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almost 9 years ago

Dorine received a $98 initial payment.

"I am planning to spend my upcoming lumpsum payment on expanding my house and plaster it."

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almost 9 years ago

Jane received a $98 initial payment.

"I am planning to spend my upcoming lumpsum payment on plastering my house.I also want to build a kitchen and a toilet."

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