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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($479 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I bought seven seater sofa set worth 27000 KES because I did not have presentable seats and I have been longing to have one though I did not have money to buy.I also bought a cupboard worth 12000 KES since I did not have a place where I can store my utensils.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($481 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 buying two cows at a cost of 29000 KES. I opened a food kiosk with part of the money and used some on buying a few households.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life os having a source of income thus I can easily meet my family's needs. Previously I used to loundry for people to earn a living which was hectic and unreliable.
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 treatment for my child who suffers from Sickle Cell Anaemia (2,500 KES),bought a mattress and a table (5,500 KES) and spent the rest of the money on food.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money I rejoiced since my Employer had just discharged me due to my association with GD which she was against, and yet I had a sick child in Hospital at the time and no money. I am very thankful GD transfer supported me in my time of need.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
It's so hard for me to provide basic needs for my family, I have a sicklier daughter and at times the money I get is all spent on her medication.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Morning's makes me happy because God has granted me another day to live. As we all know Joy comes in the Morning!
What does receiving this money mean to you?
It is my joy the Lord has answered my prayers, because am single handed person with lots of responsibilities. Getting the transfer will mean that I can now support my children education with much ease.