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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($464 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on building a furnished house since we used to rent a small house of 10 *10 square metre at our local market because we could afford to build a house.
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 15000 KES of my second transfer on buying irons sheets. I bought electronics at 21000 KES. I bought a bed at 4000 KES, bought a bag of maize at 3500 KES. I also bought utensils and a bag for storing my clothes at 3000 KES. I used the rest of the money on buying timber that I'm planning to use in building.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life has improved because I have managed to get most of the house holds I didn't know I would own in my life. I now feel happy and proud as a woman.
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 my first transfer on buying a half bag of maize for my family's consumption 1600 KES .I paid school fees for my three children who are in primary school 1200 KES. I bought a mattress 2500 KES and 12 pieces of cushion for my chairs 3300 KES. I also bought clothes for my family 1800 KES.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my first transfer, I felt very happy since on that day I didn't have any money even having the hope of a meal wasn't part of my thoughts. I am thankful to GiveDirectly for giving hope and comfort to the less-privileged household at the community level.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I have faced is lack of money to educate my children. Paying rent every month is also a great challenge.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest moment is during the day since I meet friends and share ideas and this relieve s for me stress.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money will help me buy building materials to build my own house. I will also start a business to sustain my family.
