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Caroline
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Casual labour
faceAge:
32
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($468 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I was staying in a house without windows neither doors. It was made of polythene, everywhere, I mean the whole house could get out using any opening. So, when I received my second transfer, I constructed a house. When the third transfer came, I fitted my house with steel doors and glass windows. I also had never owned seats before. I only sat on a chair when I visited a neighbors house, I could only think of buying furniture using the remaining amount which I did. The change I have now is very evident. I am a witness of the transfers looking at what they have done in my household.
 
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($483 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying building materials that I used to build a new house. I used to stay in a house covered in polythene bag. I also spent part of the money to boost my husband's business.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that my family is no longer rained on. We have a roof over our heads. I never believed it could be rained.
 
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 spent most of my first transfer on buying water containers because getting water is a major challenge in my area and main water point is miles away, I bought school uniforms for my children and spent the remaining money on food.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I received my money while at home in the morning and full of excitement I ran to my mother in law's house who was helping me pray so that I could be lucky to inform her of the news.
 
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access_time almost 8 years ago
 
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship am facing is, we have financial constraints and I can't afford to build a house, I live in a tent and when the rains comes we are forced to beg for a place to sleep in my co-wifes house.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when am working on my farm land.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I'll be able to build a better house since I live in a tent and I will also start my own cereal business to be able to sustain my family.