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I spent my second transfer on digging and building a pit latrin @13300 Kes, a steel door 8000 Kes, a cow 8000 Kes, two chicken 700 Kes, Solar 6900 Kes and still left with 10000 Kes, school fees 700 Kes and spent the rest on food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my life is that I now have a latrin which I use and this has improved my health because I do not have to use the bush anymore.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($98 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 paying school fees for my three children in primary school, bought them new pairs of school uniforms and shoes and bought a mattress so that I could sleep on a comfortable place.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was in the house taking a nap when I heard a notification on my phone ,when I confirmed that it was money for GD I jumped out of bed out of excitement because i needed money desperately to help me meet my family needs.
Enrolled
access_time almost 8 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is that I am a widow with three children whom I have to support but I do not have any stable income to help me take care of that.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the afternoon when I am relaxing after work.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
My all hope is on this money.I believe that when I get it,I am going to have a changed life.I will start a business and from that business I will do the things I have always desired to do like taking my children to better schools,buying ourselves good clothes and having good meals.
