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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($474 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent the whole of the last transfer to pay school fee arrears for my siblings, since both my parents past way and l was the only who could take care of them.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($484 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent most of my second transfer to ppurchase a water pump for my tomato farm. Depending on others for their water pumps was frustrating yet expensive because I would borrow it at a fee.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is having my own water pump that I use at my own convenience.
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 on buying two goats 5,200 KES . I bought 3 pieces of iron sheets which I am planning to use on completing the construction of my toilet 2250 KES. I also paid school fees for my two children who is in primary school 1,600 KES and other foods.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the money, I felt very happy since I was assured that the transfer will assist me to pay some of my household bills such as food and now my family is having enough and nice meals.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Lack of a steady source of income making it a tall order to provide even the most basic needs to my family
What is the happiest part of your day?
During the day because i get to interact with friends alot
What does receiving this money mean to you?
It means am going to have money to educate my children and also buy cows for ploughing,hence transformed life.
