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Maren's family
Maren
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
30
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($464 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on additional iron sheets, timber and nails which I have used to build both my new house and a kitchen because I was living in a very small house and also I was cooking in the main house which was very uncomfortable due too smoke from the firewood, I spent some amount to pay laborers who were building both houses. The remaining amount, I spent on sofa set because I would borrow seats from my neighbors whenever I had guests and also bought food for m family.
 
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 a mattress. Bought two bulls for farming activities. I bought some cooking utensils. I also purchased other household items with the rest of the transfer.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I enjoy my sleep every single moment I get in bed. I couldn't enjoy my sleep on papyrus mat due to its stiffness and was always getting up every morning when feeling some aches on my ribs. Apart from that, I no longer seek support from neighbors during farming activities because I now have my own bulls to till my land.
 
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 little house items like hoes, panga, blanket, food, small water tank, sleeping mart for my children, paid fee for my children, e.t.c.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt so happy when I received the transfer.
 
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access_time almost 8 years ago
 
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face is lack of school fees for my kids because I know it is important to ensure your kids get education and yet I lack that stable income that enables me have that school fees.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening. This is because this the time I listen to my kids share their day's experiences.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money makes me happy. This is because once I receive it I will be able to provide enough food for my family,add improved farming equipment so that I get good produce. All these means my life will change.