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.
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($463 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on building material such as 30 pieces of iron sheets,20 pieces round poles,25 roofing timber,2 doors and 4 windows that I use to build a house, I also bought furniture and food for my family.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($481 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent a larger portion of my second transfer on my spouse medication and used 15000 KES on buying building materials that I'm planning to use in building.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
In as much as my spouse passed on the money helped me in his medication.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to buy food for my family and pay loan arrears. I also save the remaining transfer for my daily upkeep.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt very happy since I was able to provide food for my family despite high cost of living.
Enrolled
access_time 7 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
When I receive this money, I will be able to build my own house and pay school fees for my children. The rest of the money I will use to expand my grocery upon receiving it.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face is that I am not capable to take care of my sickling husband due to lack of money. Providing food for my children is also a great challenge.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest moment is during the day because I interact with my friends.
