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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($464 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I bought a cow to rear and later changed the roofing of the house, plastered the floor and added some of the cash as capital to my maize business which I sell at the town center and at home.
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 to repair my house and start a cereal business to earn a living.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my life is that I'm able to provide for my family.
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 invested the whole of my first transfer on my maize selling business by adding more maize to my business. So far the business has been doing well especially during this drought season and in turn I have been able to meet my family needs with much ease than before.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was preparing family dinner when I received the money and I felt so happy yet surprised because I never thought it would come to pass.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is that I am a farmer but I lack money to help me improve my farm so that I can get a better harvest like the rest of the villagers.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the morning when I wake up to start my days work.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money will help me improve my income because I will boost my maize selling business and open up a bigger store.That will give me more profit than I get right now.
