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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 on buying building materials that I used to build a new kitchen. The one I had before was old and I had to build another one. I also bought a goat, but unfortunately it died. I am disappointed, but I do not regret buying it. The remaining I spent on buying a blanket as the one I had worn out and corn for my family consumes.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($483 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to buy building materials that I used to renovate my current house. It was leaking. I am happy my family is now safe.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that after renovating my house,and it is no longer leaking,I am able to buy food and at least eat well using the remaining amount. I thank God for the money and would like to encourage GiveDirectly to continue sending poor people the transfers.
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 renovating the building of my hotel to make it look descent and bought a half a bag of maize to sustain my family.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt so happy when I received the money because it would assist me in renovating my hotel.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
My first plan is to use part of the transfer to build a new bigger mud house, with three rooms, and metal roof, because this one is small. Secondly, I plan to use another part of the transfer to buy a goat, as an investment for my famly. Lastly, I plan to use the remaining amount to repair my canteen at Ahero market.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I'm very proud of is, having started a small local-hotel business, because it has helped me a lot in providing food for my family.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Due to inadequate income, providing food for my family, is the biggest hardship I have faced.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the afternoons, when we are relaxing, after having lunch.
