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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($462 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
Before I was staying in a mud house and when it rained rainfall could cause particulars of the mud wall to collapse as a result this weakened my house. I spend my third transfer on plastering my house and now I feel more safe in it since its strong hence sustainable. I also bought two set seats which I didn't have and five goats as well.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($484 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to plaster my house and bought furniture. I also bought food for my family,paid school fees and boost my small fish business.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I'am educating my children without any fees problems and my house are fully with new comfortable seat.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to hire a tractor to cultivate my lands, bought hybrid seeds for planting this would help increase my yield. I bought a sack fo maize for my family's consumption and also bought Mkopa solar which has relieved me the burden of buying kerosene
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
When I received the money, I was very happy because I was now going to get all that I lacked and my life will change for the better. Thank you GD
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access_time 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is that I am unable to pay school fees for my children. I am also not able to provide my children with descent clothing due to lack of money.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest moment is in the evening because after hard work, I am able to provide food for my children.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money will enable me expand my business and gain more profit from the income. This will enable me provide my family with enough food hence improved nutrition. Upon receiving this money, I will also be able to renovate my house which is in bad condition. I will also be able to raise livestock.
