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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

George received a $493 second payment.

"I feel relieved because I managed to meet most of my needs so I will not strain again to meet my needs."

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over 8 years ago

Hyline received a $99 initial payment.

"My house is in poor condition, I therefore plan to buy iron sheet, timber and nails, and build an iron roofed house."

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over 8 years ago

Mary received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to buy a cow for dowry payment and complete my house with my upcoming lump-sum payment."

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over 8 years ago

Emily received a $99 initial payment.

"I plan to buy cattle for keeping, buy ironsheet, timber and nails, and build an iron roofed house. "

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over 8 years ago

George received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to invest in farming of water melon and tomatoes and complete college fees."

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over 8 years ago

John received a $493 second payment.

"Other NGOs give strict conditions on their transfers compared to GD which gives no condition."

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over 8 years ago

Juliana received a $493 second payment.

"My life has improved because my business is doing well."

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over 8 years ago

Moses received a $99 initial payment.

"I plan to pay school fees for my children in secondary school."

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over 8 years ago

Andrew received a $493 second payment.

"GD gives cash direct to recipients while other NGOs gives goods and services. "

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over 8 years ago

Agnes received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to pay school fees, buy a cow and build a new house with my upcoming lump-sum payment."

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