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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?
I spent my third transfer on plastering my house which I had extended using my second transfer. That helped in preventing damages caused by rainfall during rainy seasons. I also paid school fee for my sister whose sponsor withdrew his sponsorship before the completion of the four year education. I am so glad that she will complete her secondary school education without any interference.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different in that I have managed to renovate my house which was initially very old and worn out. Were it not for the transfer, honestly, I would not have done that.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GiveDirectly has worked well in bringing very significant changes to individuals lives. One thing I would encourage the organisation to emphasize on during the trainings at barazas.
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 spent a larger portion of the second transfer on poultry farming and furnishing my housing. I also spent part of it on buying food for my family.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life having a source of income from the poultry. This has empowered me economically and it also keeps busy the daily.
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 iron sheets which I used to build a bigger secure house because the previous one was almost crumbling down.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I received my money while watering trees in my nursery and I was pleased because it came at the perfect time to help me put up my house.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to spend my transfers build another house for myself since the one I had fell down. Secondly I plan to start a poultry business to help me get an income by selling the chicken to the hotels
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is being able to complete my diploma education through well wishers. That diploma has helped me acquire jobs through charity organizations
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in life is the death of my parents that left us as orphans with no one to support us
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I am sleeping
