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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
48200 KES ($481 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I used the last cash transfer to buy a new solar system that I use to light my house every single night, I no longer have to stay in the dark like I used to do before. I also used part of that cash yo pay school fees for my children.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($482 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
When I received my second transfer, I plastered the floor and inner walls of my main house. Before then, it had several crevices that were inhabited by roaches and at night, they could make for us a lot of noise rendering us a sleepless night. And we could find this annoying.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that we can now sleep more comfortably in a more peaceful environment. Consequently, this has improved our productivity and health. I have realized the benefits of having enough sleep and rest.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($98 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on medication and buying food
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend my upcoming transfer on farming, buying cattle and expanding my small business which is my source of income
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer to go for a hip replacement surgery, following an injury that I got in an accident.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I am proudest of is paying fees for my children, who have reached different levels in their education.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I am facing is the problem that I have with my hip bone, which has rendered me immobile. I need to go to hospital but currently I don't have the money.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I am resting on bed.
