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.
Pauline's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Pauline received a $99 initial payment.
"I am planning to expand and cement my main house using the whole of my upcoming lumpsum payment."
Everline's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Everline received a $495 second payment.
"GD sends transfers directly to the recipients and again makes certain that the intended recipient has received the transfer and are able to independently decide how to spend it. Other NGOs use other entities or persons that sometimes prevent the help from reaching the intended individuals."
Ephraim's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Ephraim received a $99 initial payment.
"I am planning on spending it on building my house."
Esther's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Esther received a $99 initial payment.
"I am planning to clear school fees and build a new house."
Margaret's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Margaret enrolled.
"The biggest hardship that I face in my life is that my income is very low and paying school fees for my grandchild is a problem and at times he stays at home for over a month without attending school."
Kennedy's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Kennedy enrolled.
"The achievement am proudest of is building this house. My family has comfortable shelter and a place to call home. "
Peter's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Peter enrolled.
"The achievement am proudest is having children. I am so family oriented. I love my wife and kids."
Joanes's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Joanes received a $497 second payment.
"l have a more comfortable house."
Grace's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Grace received a $497 second payment.
"GD sends money directly to the recipients and therefore there is no room for corruption."
Nora's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Nora received a $497 second payment.
"The first a mount you gave me helped me so much because l use it to pay school fees."