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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.
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2 years ago
Sadaka
received a $28 fifth payment.
"For many years, I have been sleeping on the floor using rags as bedding. This is a tough experience because I have always felt pains all over my body after waking up. In the coming year and beyond, my goal is to purchase proper and modern bedding, specifically a bed and mattress. Similarly, I intend to venture into livestock rearing as a long-term investment for myself."
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2 years ago
Ndoko
received a fifth payment.
"I made the decision to save up the money I was getting from the organization throughout last year in order to eventually be able to go to college. I had completely given up hope because we had no money before GiveDirectly gave me the chance to return to school. In order to continue my education and acquire the skills necessary to take care of myself and my family, I have this year's plan in place. Once I enroll in the school, I will use my funds to pay for the subsequent terms. After that, I'm hoping to use the remaining funds to purchase a couple of goats and poultry."
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2 years ago
Agneter
received a $28 ninth payment.
"I completed my primary education, and due to some financial constraints, I wasn't able to further my studies to the high school level. My parents didn't have enough resources to take me through high school. And for sure, surviving with a primary school certificate alone was not enough, I needed a skill that I could build on, and earn some money through. As a result of the program, I enrolled in college to pursue a course in hairdressing and beauty. I was able to pay my own fees through the transfers without depending on my parents. Though my aim is to open my own beauty salon, I am delighted that I completed this training and have a job."
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2 years ago
Joseline
received a fifth payment.
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2 years ago
Eunice
received a fifth payment.
"Since I had signed up for the program, my objective had been to use the transfers to buy cattle. As a preschool teacher, I am currently employed with the Parents Teachers Association. When the schools are open, I make $70 a month, but when they are closed for a holiday, I am not paid. I need to start saving now so that I can pay for my three kids' school expenses in the future. I like goats and cows because they have offspring every year, which increases their profitability. Additionally, when the cows give birth, we will be able to utilize them to plow our field and acquire enough milk for our family's usage, saving us money on labor costs. Since it's hard to save money, I'd prefer to buy the cattle."
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2 years ago
Risper
enrolled.
"I am an ECDE-trained teacher who at the moment has never secured a permanent job. This has forced me to engage myself in our local ECDE schools but since their payments are low, usually $40, it has never been enough to cater to my needs. In the year, 2022, I decided to disengage myself and remain at home since the payment was inconsistent despite being low. This has stressed me a lot because I am currently depending on my husband for everything, a life that I never intended to live. Thus, I consider the lack of a reliable source of income as my biggest challenge."
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2 years ago
Kahaso
received a $28 fifth payment.
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2 years ago
Hamisi
received a $28 fifth payment.
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2 years ago
Kadzo
received a $28 fifth payment.
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2 years ago
Alii
received a $28 ninth payment.
"My ambition is for my children to continue their schooling. I am a father of six school-age children, and my goal is to have my children enjoy their studies without being sent home on a weekly basis. I am hopeful that I will continue to get my transfers to aid with fee payments in addition to my monthly compensation of $ 120 from the farm's casual jobs. Another goal is to build a new three-room house for my children so that they have their own room. This will allow them to study privately. They are constantly irritated when they are asked to turn out the lights during evening studies. I need about $600 to do this, which I am hoping to obtain from my monthly income savings and GiveDirectly's transfers."
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