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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($477 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I used part of my third transfer to build a new home because I was still staying at my parents-in-law's home. I felt I was old enough to own my own home and that's why I decided to build my home. I'm now happy and I feel more independent having my compound. Part of the money I used to buy a bag of maize for family consumption.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($484 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 constructing a new house to replace the one that I had before whose roof had been blown away by strong winds and was thus covered with a tent as we sought help from well wishers.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My daily life has greatly changed with the acquisition of a new house that has brought me much security, peace and comfort in life. I really thank GiveDirectly for the support offered.
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 purchasing food for the family consumption and used the larger percentage of the amount on iron sheet hoping to build a nice house since the current one is in a very bad condition.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the money I felt very happy and jumped with joy. I rushed towards my mother inlaw's place to tell her of the good new since I could not hold it anymore, I almost broke my leg that very day.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is not being able to build a good house for my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I wake up. I thank God everyday regardless of my situation
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I thank God for this opportunity my family has been staying in a house with a leaking roof and during rainy season we ask neighbours to accommodate us. I know my life will never be the same again and I will be able to stay in a good house.
