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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
25500 KES ($253 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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How is your life currently different from how it was four months ago?
I now live comfortably knowing that I am safe,unlike before that I was always scared that my roof would cave in on me any time.I have less stress compared to four months ago.
Do you have any new or additional goals for your life for the next four months?
I am planning to find an alternative business so that I can have a stable source of income and a better way to provide for my family.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life in the last four months preceding the current transfer.
I can now spend the little money I get on food items and other household requirements which means that my family can now feed better.Four months ago,all my efforts were channeled towards raising money to repair my roof even if it meant going hungry.
How do you expect your life to change in the next six months?
I hope that my livestock will have grown enough to fetch more money so that I can sell them and buy a cow.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
23675 KES ($234 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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Do you have any new goals that you didn't have before receiving the transfer?
Yes,I do have a new goal, I have a daughter who dropped out of school for lack of school fee so,with this money,I see her either going back to school or taking a technical course to make her self dependent.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My current life is different in that I am going to have a strong house. This is what could have never happened in my life were it not for the money I received from GiveDirectly. I could have been a refugee in someone's house.
How do you expect your life to change in the next six months?
In the next six months,most of the things I would want in my house I shall be having ready. My family will be leading more comfortable life.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
I am a widow who was left with nothing in my name ,so when I received the money,I was so happy. I have a piece of mind. My house is going to be renovated and I do not get scared when I see the winds blowing.
Enrolled
access_time 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I've faced in life is low income. This has hindered me from reaching my full economic potential.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the afternoon when going about my business, serving clients as I chat about trending events in the community.
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer to improve my house being that part of the wall is cracked and weak. I believe that improvement on the wall will make the house stronger.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I'm proudest of is successfully bringing up my children by educating and feeding them well. I believe they got the best from me and will lead a disciplined lifestyle.
