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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
48200 KES ($466 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I used my last transfer to build a house and also bought seats so that when GD staff visits again will find a place to set this is because previously they came and I had none to offer them to seat and I also bought mattress and small household items.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($490 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on 32iron sheets, poles and nails which I will use to build a new house in August when my husband comes home for leave. I also bought 2 bags of corn and food for my household.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My dailylife has become easier because I do not worry about getting food and other daily needs.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($96 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on seat cushions (4,000 KES), mattress (3,000 KES) and dry maize grain for food ( 3,000 KES)
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment when I received the GD text message I was too happy yet could not believe that this was really true, until after I withdrew and held my money in my hands , and knew that I could achieve some of my dreams.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I have planned to buy household furniture with the first transfer,then I will build a better house with the remaining money.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I get a lot of produce from my farm which is enough to feed my family.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship is providing for my children and ensuring that my children don't lack anything.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when am able to provide a meal for my children.
