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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($473 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on relocating from my father in law's home and building a better house on our own compound as required by Luo traditions.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($481 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying nails and 30 iron sheets which I'll use to set my own compound in the near future, a cow at 19,000 KES, three sheep at 10,500 KES, a solar lamp at 11,5000 KES, then used the rest of the cash on other little house errands.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I no longer buy kerosene because I have a solar lamp that provides me with clean energy for lighting, I also have my sheep which will give forth offspring that I can sell in case of any financial need.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on dry corn (4,500 KES), primary school fee arrears for our 3 children (3,500 KES) as well as utensils.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment Ireceived my money I felt happy because this was a blessing that came unexpectedly and I could spend it on my most pressing needs,thank you.
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access_time 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face right now is lack of a sustainable source of income. Doing odd jobs doesn't earn me an adequate income and I often cannot provide basic needs for my family. This often saddens me.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning because the Lord has blessed me with life.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that my life will improve because I will be able to start a small business which will supplement the income I get from doing odd jobs.
