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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($463 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on building a three room house for 35,000 KES since my previous house was too small and always an embarrassment since I have grow children. I also deposited 3,000 KES for Delight solar for lighting and charging phone, I also bought a wall unit for 8,000 KES for storage of utensils.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($483 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent 47540 Kes of my second transfer on purchasing building materials (iron-sheets, nails, timber, steel door and two steel windows), paying for construction labour and transportation. I then bought a wheelbarrow with the rest of the money.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I now own a more spacious house which can easily accommodate my guests and my children comfortably. This has intern boosted my self esteem since am always so glad to even host guests because I know my house can accommodate them.
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 iron sheets that I want to use to build a new house after my current house was destroyed with termites.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer,I was so happy. I thank GiveDirectly for the money.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship is buying food for my family and providing them with the best basic needs that they need.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening,when am done with my days work that is the time l get to rest and spend time with my family.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this transfer will bring a positive transformation in my life .l will be able to build a new house and buy at least a cow which in future may bring income to my family.
