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.
Mukashyaka's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Mukashyaka received a $298 initial payment.
"I bought a land of 100k ,I am planning to plant different crops such as bananas, beans and cassava."
Racheal's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Racheal received a $398 second payment.
"When I got pregnant, I had to forego my job since I was no longer productive and now had to depend on my husband for a living. My husband is a mason and getting this job sometimes is challenging and unpredictable. Because I cannot always depend on my husband, I engaged in poultry farming to earn a family of 7 income. Therefore, when I received the transfers, I bought a wire mesh to construct a poultry house, a water tank to harvest and store water and clear the $75 debt on the solar that I use to light my house. In addition, I paid the labourers who were manufacturing bricks that I plan on using to construct a house to accommodate my family. I am excited that my ambition to be financially stable has been accomplished through the transfers."
Nyiranzanira's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Nyiranzanira received a $298 initial payment.
"Because I am so old I no longer have the force to work in the land but Givedirectly came as a solution to my life . I was able to buy two big goats and I was able to pay farmers that work in my land more than that I bought food and paid medical insurance for myself."
Hanganimana's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Hanganimana received a $298 initial payment.
"It was in the morning around 8 am ,I was home then I heard a notification message. I asked my child to check for me if it was a message from Givedirectly . After he told me that Givedirectly sent money , I was overjoyed and happy. It was a big surprise I told myself that am going to leave the poor life to a better life."
George's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
George received a $26 thirteenth payment.
"I am happy to share that, I was able to achieve my dream of building my own house and investing in goats, all thanks to GiveDirectly! With their support, I was able to make this a reality and secure my financial future. I'm excited to start generating income from my goats through milk, meat, and offspring, and saving money for future use. Of course, it's important to have a solid plan for managing and caring for my goats to ensure their health and productivity. Overall, I'm grateful for this opportunity and can't wait to see what the future holds for me and my loved ones."
Halima's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Halima received a $26 thirteenth payment.
"I am excited to share that I have achieved my goal of expanding my clothing business, and I have to thank GiveDirectly for playing a key role in making it possible. It feels great to see my business grow, and I'm motivated to keep pushing forward."
Kadzo's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Kadzo received a $26 thirteenth payment.
"I am determined to turn my passion for fashion into a successful business by opening a clothing store that showcases my unique styles and offers a wide range of fashionable items. I am incredibly grateful to GiveDirectly for enabling me to start selling from home, and I am now excited to take my business to the next level of starting my own amazing store. This is possible because of the monthly transfers I started receiving from GiveDirectly."
Sidi's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Sidi received a $26 thirteenth payment.
"I had always dreamed of building an additional room for my children, as they were sharing a room with the boys due to limited space. It was a constant struggle to provide them with privacy, and I was determined to create a better living environment for my girls. Thanks to the support from GiveDirectly."
Shida's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Shida received a $26 thirteenth payment.
"Building another room has always been my top priority since our two-roomed house is small and cramped. My boys share a room, and the two girls share another, which isn't ideal. Thanks to GiveDirectly's financial support, I am now able to make this dream a reality. I am grateful for their assistance, and I can't wait to build an additional room for my two girls. This extra space will provide them with the comfort and privacy they deserve, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to improve our living conditions."
Kadzo's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Kadzo received a $26 thirteenth payment.
"For as long as I can remember, my ultimate goal has been to fix my house. The rain leaks have been a never-ending nightmare, causing damage to my household and everything in it. But now, I can finally say that I've achieved my dream, thanks to the generosity of GiveDirectly. With their financial support, I was able to purchase the necessary materials to fix the leaks, and I now live in a safe and secure hause. I am deeply grateful to GiveDirectly for making my dream a reality."