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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?
My son desired to join a driving school so when I received my last transfer I took part of the cash to pay for his school fees and make his dream come true I also paid fees for two of my other children in high school and primary school the rest of the cash I used to buy some household things that were missing.
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 spent my second transfer to pay school fees for my two boys.One in secondary school and the other taking a driving course. I am happy they are all active and not idle. I also spent part of the money to start a business of selling second hand clothes that gives me daily Income.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have a business that gives me steady income.This has enabled me take care of my family. My children have also been able to go to school with ease and not with too much hustle.
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?
Ispent my first transfer on secondary school fee for my child (4,000 KES), a solar lamp for lighting (2,500 KES) as well as a big blanket to provide warmth for me at night.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment when I received my money I felt very happy since this was an opportunity to achieve some of my dreams.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship in life is paying school fees for my children in secondary school.My level of income is low and not enough to pay for their school fees. Last year they were sent home severally because of fees balances.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of my day is in the morning. I wake up early to prepare breakfast for my children going to school.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money is a great relief to my family.l will start a second hand clothes business. Then use the profits to buy food and clothes for my family.
