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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($462 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
When I received my third transfer, I spent on an MKopa Solar Panel system and a television set. I am very happy since I am now watching and connected to the world at the comfort of my house. I am now lighting with solar more conveniently-I don't spend on paraffin any more.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than it would have been if I never received the transfer because, Give Directly has made me to be a livestock farmer. I have more cows and sheep which has made me richer. My status has been elevated a little bit higher a great recognition in my community. I am also glad that currently, I save on paraffin since currently, I light perpetually with solar and through the solar system, I am connected to the world and not left behind as before.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, what Give Directly does well is that it getting the transfers is not bureaucratic but what it does not do well is ambushing the community members. Meeting were held with no prior communication which was not proper.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($485 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used 45,000 KES to buy a crossbreed cow. I also also purchased family foodstuffs with the rest of the transfer.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I now have a cow which will provide my family with adequate milk in the near future. Apart from that, the sheep I bought with the first transfer are almost forming a flock which I believe will help me in responding to emergencies.
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 3 sheep so as I can start sheep rearing with an ambition to form a ranch.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy when I received my transfer. I felt relieved as I confirmed that GD is a true helper.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to buy improved dairy cows which I will milk and sell for money, and also use some in my house . I will also buy two donkeys and a hand-cut.This would help me in fetching food and water for my dairy cattle, and also hire it for fellowship villagers at a fee.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
I have managed to build a semi permanent house, and also that I am able to work hard and sustain my family well including the three orphans that i am taking care of.That makes me so proud.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is that my income is too low to help me support the big family that I have.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the morning when I am working in my farm with my family.
