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Esther's family
Esther
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Casual labour
faceAge:
29
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
48200 KES ($480 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on purchasing 20 pieces of iron sheets hoping to establish my hope since as a tradition I have to wait for the my inlaw to get out first and part of the money also went on seats and more utensils in my house. I also restoked my business which is currently doing well and I paid school fees for my brother who I have been supporting .
 
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($487 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent most of my second transfer to buy iron sheets which am planning to use in roofing of my my house that am planning to build. I also paid school fees for my sibling who is an orphan.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have managed to pay school fees for my sibling who is in high and I don't have to worry about her being sent home for school fees.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($96 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on buying school uniforms and shoes for my children and the remaining I spent on paying their school fee so that they can study without any limitations.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy when I received the transfer. Thanks to GD.
 
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access_time over 7 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I have planned to buy building materials and build a permanent house for my children.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that we moved from a thatched house to a iron roofed.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship was losing my two children and my husband which lowered my self esteem. I have to start all over again even though it's not easy.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when am work since my mind becomes occupied.