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Salome's family
Salome
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
33
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($463 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
When I received my third transfer, I finished the construction of my main house that I had started with the second transfer. I am pleased with it since my former one was too tiny to accommodate us well-it was made of 3 rooms which was not enough for all my household members-they could hardly get a room to sleep more comfortably but since I constructed the new one of 6 rooms, we have been enjoying the adequate space and privacy that we really craved for.
 
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?
When I received my second transfer, I extended my main house from 30-60 iron sheets. My former house was too tiny to accommodate us well and to make it worse, I could always feel embarrassed when visited by friends since they could not get places to sleep.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that currently, I live in a more spacious house that accommodates us well together with my guests. Our former one was too tiny to offer us comfort that we needed for instance, it was poorly ventilated which was a health concern to us and again, it could violate our privacy within the household since I have children who are above 18 years and there things we shouldn't unveil to them.
 
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 was lacking a number of household items so when I received my transfer I spent on buying two mattresses, utensils, food and clothes for everyone in the family..
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was so excited! That day we even ate a special meal. I have never received such amount before.Thanks to GD.
 
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access_time over 7 years ago
 
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship was when I was sick and I could not afford to go to the hospital because of lack of money.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when am sitting with my friends during the day and we are telling stories.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money will enable me to expand my house,which is something I have wanted to do for so long but due to lack of money I have not been able to.