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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
48200 KES ($467 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I have been sleeping on a mat on the floor so when I received my third transfer, I bought a bed and bedding. I am now able to sleep on a more comfortable place, I also bought a cow that will help me with production. At least I will no longer have to buy milk which was also rare as I only could only afford when I had the money. I am happy and grateful for the money I received.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($488 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my transfer on buying a cow which I will keep for milk. I then bought a steel door and steel windows which I installed on my house. I then bought new bedding and clothes for both me and my children since the ones we had were very old and worn out. I then spent the rest of the cash on buying food for my family.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that, my family and I eat three meals a day and we do not have to skip a meal because of lack of food.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($96 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 my son's requirements to join secondary school and i added a chair in my living room.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt happy because this is an idea that i embraced because it has a life changing effect.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I will use the transfer in doing cattle keeping because that will help me in future and also as a financial securuty. I will also use the transfer to be buying food for my family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
I did not have a house before and today I have my own homestead.I am also proud because I have educated my two children upto form four.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is that I do not have a stable job to help me sustain my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening when I am spending time with my family.
