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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($472 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on sinking and constructing a pit latrine after the one I had collapsed. The remaining I spent on school fees payment for my daughter who is taking a course in actuarial science at the university.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($482 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent a larger portion of my second transfer on renovating my house. I bought a wall unit and added some of my savings to the 8000 KES that was left and bought furniture.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life has improved and I feel at peace because I can afford a peaceful night having a descent house that free from cold and rain.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on paying school fee and on boosting my hotel business.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my transfer I felt so happy and thanked Gd for the money. By then my child had stayed home for five days over fee break and the money just came right on time.
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access_time 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I experience is paying school fee for my children and my ragged house that need to be repaired.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is at noon while I am at my work place.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means a new beginning for me, I am now hopeful for a better future.
