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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($463 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent the larger part of my third transfer on buying sofa set seats 7,000 KES and a cupboard 5,000 KES which I didn't have before . I paid fees for a saloon course 7,000 KES, I believe after completion of this course I will start my own business making me the sole proprietor of the business which will enable me get income that will sustain my family's needs. I also bought a bag of maize for my family's consumption and two goats as well.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($483 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent most of the second transfer to buy building materials and build a spacious comfortable house that can accommodate me with my family. l also spent the transfer to buy a new bed since l was sleeping on a very old bed. The remaining balance l spent to buy 1 sack of maize.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that l am now staying in a very spacious comfortable house that accommodate me with my visitors.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to buy bedding. I used to have some bedding but they were worn out and not tidy. I also bought a goat that may act like my security in future.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer,I was so happy. I am still exited about the transfer.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship as at now is feeding. This weather has destroyed our crops and has made food prices to rise as well in the market so buying food has been a problem.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of day is in the evening since its this time that all my family members are around and we have time to bond.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money is a life changing experience to me. First and foremost , I will use to to build a bigger and better house for my family, buy some cows for milking, buy descent clothes for my family and the rest i will use to start up a small business to help in providing some of my household needs.