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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
48200 KES ($466 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent the transfer on buying 1 steel door 7500 KES, bought chairs 14000 KES, 2 goats 5000 KES, bought a table 3000 KES, bought 1 bag of maize 3600 KES and used ballance on daily meals.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
Mylife has really changed unlike before i did not even have seats.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my own opinion Give directly has really changed our lives and bring to reality big dreams we had.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($481 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on building materials which I used to build a new three roomed house because my old house was too small. I spent the balance on a cow as an investment for future emergencies.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My daily life is different because I live in a spacious and more comfortable house.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on buying 7 iron sheets at 3,150 KES, a mattress at 1,500 KES, a blanket at 700 KES, 3 pairs of school uniforms at 12,00 KES,paid 500 KES on school fees and used the remaining money on food.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to use my upcoming transfer on building a bigger house for my growing family.
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access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to lease a piece of land where I can grow cereals and fruits. I will also use part of the transfers to repair my house.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is having been a successful farmer. After selling my farm produce I usually get to buy household items like chairs and utensils.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face right now is lack of enough money to build a better house for my family. Our current house is dilapidated and I fear that the walls will one day collapse.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning because I have not met anyone who can annoy me.
