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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($465 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on registering for a degree course in Mount Kenya University. Previously, I had studied Analytical chemistry but faced a very stiff competition in the job market rendering me jobless for more than three years. I had desire for a change of career but had no means. As a result, when I received my last transfer, I opted for another course which I was sure will guarantee me an instant job upon completion. With the whole transfer, I managed to settle two semesters' fee and very optimistic that I will sail through to the end. Beginning was the hardest task.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($485 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 starting an MPESA business
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily house is that I am a business man
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 food and two bags of maize
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt very happy when I received the money, it gave me hope of being able to afford to buy food for my family because during that time I couldn't even afford to buy food for my family
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to buy sand, cement, timber, round poles, nails and iron roofing sheets which I will use to enlarge my house. The remaining transfers will be used to start a small business but we are yet to decide what kind of business it shall be.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is having completed a diploma in analytical chemistry. It was very difficult completing this diploma due to the fact that I had limited resources at my disposal.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face right now is lack of a job. I recently completed college but I have not been employed in fact I can hardly afford to provide basic needs 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 because I can thank the Lord for blessing me and my family.
