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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
48200 KES ($465 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent most of my third transfer to buy sofa set which Has given my new house a new look and I have always admired in other people's houses. I also bought two sacks of maize for my family's consumption during this dry season.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different in that, I renovated my house which was in a bad shape with iron sheets rusted completely and it now looks as good as new. I have seats which I did not know I could ever own in my life. All this would not have been possible without the transfers, thank you GD.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly did well in giving money directly to recipients rather than through area administration. I have not seen anything they did not do well in our community.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($481 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
"I had a grassthatched house that rain used to penetrate in . On receiving the transfer I purchased Iron sheets and other building materials to build a new house that I currently live in "
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference is that I don't need to worry whenever it wants to rain and I feel comfortable in my house
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought iron sheets with 8250 KES and spent the rest of the token on buying food.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
When I receive my next transfer I will buy more iron sheets and build a new house.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I would like to use part of the money to build a new house because my house is leaking and is in a very bad condition. Secondly I would wish to buy school fees for my children who are in high school . Lastly I would like to use the rest of the money to buy a cow for emergency to act security for my family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that though we are going through difficulties but I strive so had to pay school fees for my children.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship in life is lack of capital to do better business to generate more income to sustain my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is at night when I am done with each and every activity and have time to rest.
