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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 spent my third transfer on purchasing building materials like sand, cement, windows, doors and window panes which I used in renovating my house which had a weak door with no windows. I also bought uniforms for my two children who had old ones and paid school their school fees.
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 spent my second transfer on buying a second hand motor cycle that I use in conducting my transport business, it now acts as my main source of income
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my life is that I was able to start up a transport business that supports my family and I financially
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 1 bags of dry maize and pay school fees for my children. I also bought household item such as bedding and foodstuff.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
It was a dry session but I still manage to provide food for my family,I was so happy and still excited to be part of GD.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship current is feeding my family. The little I used to get from our small farm has dried up due to this harsh weather and even food prices have gone up in the market.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is at noon , this is when I relax after early mornings of trying to make ends meet.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money is going to uplift my family as a whole, our lives is going to change for the better. My first plan is to cement my house with is money. Secondly , my first born child is almost transiting to secondary school and I want to save part of the money to pay her fees. Education is key as you know.
