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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($476 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent most of the third transfer to buy building materials as l am planing to build my own home since l am still staying at my father's home. I also spent the transfer to buy furniture. The remaining balance l spent to pay school for my children.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($484 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used a portion of the transfer to buy two cows which I'll use to settle my wife's dowry. Purchased 28 pieces of iron sheets which I'll use to build a new house. Bought my two kids school uniforms. I also purchased foodstuffs.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest different in my daily life is that I no longer buy kerosene for lighting because I purchased a solar lump with the first transfer. As we speak, I'm certain that I'll settle my wife's dowry which has been a dream in me for so long.
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 to buy a mattress being that the one I had before is now old. I also bought a corn for my family consumption and furniture too.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer,I was so happy. I erased the thought I had that GiveDirectly was lying to us.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced is, inadequate income to build a bigger house with metal roof, because this one leaks when it rains.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evenings, when I'm listening to radio at home, after I have finished the day's activities.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I feel very happy, because it would change my life, as I plan to build a bigger house with metal roof. I also plan to start a small retail shop.
