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Esther's family
Esther
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Casual labour
faceAge:
40
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
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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 a portion of my third transfer on two cows as a way of investment so that in future after they have given birth I can sell one of the calves to help in paying my children's school fee. Part of the money I used on opening a business so that I can have more income and add to the little I earn out of the casual work I do.
 
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($482 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 two cows. I used part of the money to move from the house I was staying to a better house that is secure and has sanitation and used some on opening a business.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life has really improved and I even look different physically, people are surprised. This is because I now have a source of income so I can easily meet my needs without asking or borrowing from people.I can also afford a peaceful sleep while it rains because I'm now staying in a good house. This has relieved of me of the stress I had.
 
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 on buying a mattress at 3,000 KES, a seat at 4,500 KES, clothes box at 2,000 KES then used the rest of the cash on little food items.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy when I received the transfer because I had so many money issues but I had no one to help me out.
 
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access_time over 7 years ago
 
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is lack of proper source of income to fend for my familie's needs.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest time of the day is when I have someone to talk to.It makes my mind not to idle.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money made me so happy. I count it as a good luck from God.I now trust that He truly sees the suffering.