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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
25500 KES ($251 USD)
access_time 4 years ago
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Do you have any new or additional goals for your life for the next four months?
With the current income I am getting from the sale of milk. I have an additional goal to start a new business. I have been thinking of supplying maize to the immediate community where I will be buying in bulks and later breaking the bulk into smaller quantities which can easily be afforded by the villagers. The business has so far been prolific with those who have been running and soon I also hope to be part of the group
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life in the last four months preceding the current transfer.
The biggest difference in my daily life is the purchase of a cow. This to us was a turn around in our household. We used to buy milk from the neighbourhood which could cost us a lot of money every month. We are glad that currently, we are having sufficient milk and also able to sale the surplus which in turn facilitate the purchase of other household goods.
How do you expect your life to change in the next six months?
In the next six months, I expect to have obtained the first supply of maize, and will at least be monitoring the consistency of the farmers in order to determined the rate at which I will also be making orders with the supplier.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
23675 KES ($236 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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The recipient was not asked any questions as part of this follow up.
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access_time almost 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i have faced in my life was when i separated from my husband three years ago since we had no peace in the marriage. I decided to come back home but the worst happened; my father was not in good health and i had to struggle hard to cater for his medication. This was too much for me and i ended up being diagnosed with pressure and mental sickness. I thank God that my father's health and mine too has greatly improved. Much regards goes to Give directly since we will use part of the money we get for our medication.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening. This is the time when i arrive home from work carrying food for my family. I always feel great whenever i see them happy knowing that they won't sleep hungry.
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on buying a piece of land and a dairy cow.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement i am proudest of is being a casual labourer. I always wake up early in the morning to look for jobs in my neighbours' farms and by the end of the day i use the money i get to buy food and other basic needs for my family.
