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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
48200 KES ($465 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my transfer on installing some fittings to my new house which included a steel door and windows to enhance my security. I also bought three sheep which I will be rearing for future sales ones the flock grows a bit.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
The difference I have seen in my life is that I have my own home now and I was able to pay my wife's bride price something I never dreamt I would ever achieve.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion I think that sending money through the phone is very convenient and secure other than giving cash which is risky and can get lost or stolen easily. I have nothing to complain about concerning the operations.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($481 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I purchased building materials and i built my own home. I have moved from my father's compound and l am happy that I now control my own home and my family is very happy. I also paid dowry and my wife is happy and very peaceful. We hope to stay peacefully for ever.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I have my own home and I am happy.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first cash transfer on buying school uniforms for my children 1,200 KES, paid school fees 2,000 KES, bought mattress 3,500 KES, ploughed my farm 1,500 KES, and spent the remaining 1,700 KES on buying food.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to build a house and to start rearing poultry for sale with my upcoming cash transfer.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I would like to use part of the money to build my own home. Lastly I would like to use the rest of the money to open for my wife a business to help generate income for our family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievements are that l have struggled and bought a sheep and a cow for my family.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship in life is lack unreliable source of income to support my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest of part of the day is in the morning when all my children are able to go to school without being sent home for school fees.
