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Elijah's family
Elijah
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Motorcycle or bicycle taxi
faceAge:
26
homeHousehold Size:
2
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
Upcoming Stage
Next Payment
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($493 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to pay dowry (22500), bought iron sheets (13000), food (6000) and i save 5000 that i shall use to buy a computer and start my own business.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I used to hustle a lot and felt so hopeless in life, i felt less human and unworthy but with GDs support i am full of life i managed to make peace with my in-laws and i will have a business of my own, i can now talk before other men and elders. Thanks to GD and i wish this transfers could continue.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought a bed and mattress at 6,500 KES, a blanket at 1,500 KES and bought a goat at 1,200 KES.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to construct a house and start a groceries business.
 
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I have planned to build my permanent home and will use the remaining money to set up a business.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The proudest achievement I don't have any that I can say.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship was loosing my wife who was sick and left me with a young baby. Meeting my daily needs is also a problem since you can spend a whole day without carrying anyone hence no money.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part I don't have any since am still grieving and everything is very difficult.