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Evaline
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Casual labour
faceAge:
23
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
49700 KES ($482 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I used a portion of my third transfer to buy household furniture like seats and a bed because I did not have, I bought decent clothes for my children, bought school shoes for my children since they were going to school putting on sandals. I bought solar in order for my children to use while studying since they were using tin lamp which could later affect their sights. The remaining amount, I spent on food for my family.
 
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 my second transfer on construction of a 3-roomed house (47.360 KES) and miscellaneous household items.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest in my life is that these days I can drink clean rain water from my clean iron roof, unlike before when I was forced to drink dirty water drawn from the Lake.Two, my new steel door gives me pleasure since my security is improved and I feel good when the door makes noise as I shut it..
 
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 35 tins of maize for my family's consumption 3,500 KES and a mattress 4,500 KES which I did not have before hence I was sleeping on a mat. I also bought heavy clothing for my children to protect them from cold and a school uniform for one of my child.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I received the money when I was out weaving sisal and upon seeing the message confirming to me that I had truly received the transfer , I felt very happy as I knew that my family was going to have a nice meal on that day because the previous night they slept hunger with porridge as their only meal.
 
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access_time almost 8 years ago
 
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is the poor house that I am having. It is liking that at times I just wish it doesn't rain.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening when my husband is back from work and my children are from school. We sit together and have fun as a family.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am filled with joy and happinesses because I know it is a good money and it is going to help me a lot