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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
48200 KES ($468 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on purchasing a solar panel. Initially I used a kerosene lamp which consumed much fuel and compelled me into spending a lot of money on daily basis. Other than the cost, the kerosene lamp was very unhealthy, and more so for my children who used it for longer period of time during their studies at night, as it produces a soot that resulted into several infections such as chest congestion, eye problem, lung infections etc. Besides the solar panel, I replaced all my wooden doors and windows which had initially exposed us to several insecurity threats. We feared for our lives and the loss of any other item in the house.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life has greatly improved as compared to how it was before. I have acquired a new lifestyle that I could only watch in holly-hood movies.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, I feel that GiveDirectly has worked exceptionally well as compared to any other organisation that has ever worked here before.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($493 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent 45000 KES of my second transfer to buy building materials and constructing a house. I spent 3000 KES to buy a sack of corn,i bought my dughter a school unifrom that cost me 600 KES and invested the remaining amount in my shop keeping business.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my life is that now i have a house bigger than the one i had before.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time over 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought cushions for my seats for 3,500 KES, bought a sheep for 3,000 KES, maize for 1,600 KES (20 tins), paid school levies for 500 KES, school uniforms for 600 KES and started a business with 750 KES.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to construct a bigger house as my current house is too small. (one roomed)
Enrolled
access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
Am planning to use part of the money to build a three roomed semi-permanent house since I don't have a a decent house, then use the remaining to start business of selling second hand cloths.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is I was able to pay school fees for my younger brother until he finished form four.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship av ever faced In life is I don't have a good job I depend on weaving sisal ropes to sustain my family and the income I get from it is too little to cater for the family's needs.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when am doing my household chores.
