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Brenda
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Motorcycle or bicycle taxi
faceAge:
31
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($476 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I added the third transfer to the previous transfer and bought a motorcycle so that we can use it to earn income. Since we did not have a stable income, we thought it would be wise to let my spouse use the motorcycle for taxi services which was a good idea because it is doing well. We are now able to meet our needs without many challenges.
 
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($484 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I added some of my savings to the second transfer and spent them on buying a motorcycle for taxi services.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is having a source of income from the motorcycle we bought. This has made us independent because the little we get we use to meet our needs.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
When I received my first transfer, I spent it on 2 goats and a sack of maize. I prioritized livestock since they would be my source of wealth and safety net for education of my children in the future.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my first transfer, I felt very excited. This is because, transformation would be evident in my life-my living standard would improve.
 
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access_time 7 years ago
 
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship was when I lost my sister who had been ailing for a long time, I was burdened with all the expenses including the hospital bills, funeral arrangements yet I only get a meager income from my motorcycle taxi business.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening after a day's work having a meal together with my family members.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I feel so excited about receiving the money because my husband will now be able to purchase his own motorcycle for his business.