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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($473 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on building my house,in my own home and space. I bought steal doors and windows to enhance my security.
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 spent my second transfer on buying 30 iron sheets at 22,500 KES which I'll use to set my own compound in August, used 10,000 KES to construct a fishing boat, a cow at 15,000 KES, I then added some of my money to the rest of the cash then boat a fishing net at 3,900 KES.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that my husband no longer sits at home as before because we now have a fishing boat which he uses to fish hence offering financial support, unlike before when I was the only one doing odd jobs to put food on the table for the entire family.
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 the first transfer to buy fishing-net as my source of income since my spouse is using it for fishing. I also spent the transfer to buy cushions since l had furniture which were not comfortable without cushions. The remaining balance l spent to buy food for my family.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment l received the transfer l was very happy that l even share with my neighbors a bout it.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I currently face is how to feed my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day when I am at my casual work because we crack jokes.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means a lot to me because I will be able to purchase land and build my home.
