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I spent my second transfer on buying 28 pieces of iron sheets at 750 KES each, a sack of maize at 4800 KES, 10 bags of cement at 750 KES each, a lorry of sand at 8000 KES, a hoofer at 8000 KES, a battery 6500 KES, 2 goat at 6000 KES, starting a small scale business of selling bread for the village members with the rest of the transfer
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I can afford daily food for my family members from my business.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on hiring a tractor for ploughing my 2 acre piece of land which imposed much pressure on me with the bankruptcy status I was in. I wondered a lot how the land would be ploughed without money.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt so happy when I received my transfer because i was completely stuck and could not acquire any means of ploughing my land without money. I was glad that that was made possible through GiveDirectly's transfers.
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access_time 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face is that I live in a thatched house which is in bad condition and makes my family feel insecure. I am also not able to provide food for my family due to lack of money.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest moment is in the evening because I feel stress free.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
This money comes with alot of hope in my life because I will be able to construct a good house for my family and purchase descent furniture hence live a comfortable life. I will also start a small business for sustainability of my family.
