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Catherine
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Casual labour
faceAge:
25
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($478 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent the transfer I received to buy building materials(cement and sand) for plastering my incomplete house,bought seats,food for family consumption and the rest I bought clothes for my children.
 
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($485 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent a larger portion of my second transfer on building a new house because I ad a leaking grass thatch house. I bought some tools for my spouse which he uses in repairing motorcycle for income because he just completed his mechanical training.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I'm not rained on anymore because I built an iron roof house so we can afford a peaceful sleep whenenver it rains.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on buying iron sheets as I prepare to put up a new structure, bought uniforms for my children and a bag of maize to sustain my family.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt so excited when I received the money because it would help me in achieving my goals.
 
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access_time 7 years ago
 
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is paying school fees for my children, its hard more so during this time when the economy has risen.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is on Sunday mornings when I'm in the church ready to fellowship and thank God for our life.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that my time to construct a better house is here, the money shall cater for the same.