I spent the whole of the third transfer to buy building materials as l am planning to build my own home because l have been a laughing stock in village since l am staying at the shopping center and yet my agemates has their own homes.

When I received my second transfer, I started a cereal shop selling beans and maize grains. I invested 17500 KES in the business and spent the rest on 30 iron sheets. I realized that starting the business was the best idea for me since it would cater for us-me and my family even many years to come.

The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have gained financial independence since I started running my business-I can pay school fees for my children, buy them clothing, eat and drink well. I don't need to ask my husband for money all the time and this has really reduced conflicts in my house. Our lives has totally changed!

I spent my first transfer on starting a small retail business that is selling maize 5500 KES. I paid school fees for my two children who are in primary school 2000 KES .I bought a water container for storing water 1700 KES and food for my family's consumption.

The moment I received my first transfer, I felt very happy since I was certain of achieving my greatest goal of being a self- employed woman because I have been a housewife for a long time and this situation wasn't helpful. I am proud of myself now as I don't rely on my husband's income for everything. Thanks to GiveDirectly.