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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($477 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
The same week when I received the third transfer my spouse had just passed on, so I used the money on her funeral expenses.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($484 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent the whole of my second transfer on my wife's burial, The transfer came in when she was in the mortuary.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is giving my wife a decent send off which I wouldn't have afforded if it were not for the transfer.
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 purchasing a hoe to help in farm work and bought a mattress for the children . I also bought a bag of maize for the family consumption and used most of the transfer on paying hospital bills for my wife who was previously sick.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer I was very happy because I already had some problems to take care of . My wife was sick and I knew that the transfer would really help alot.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face is, I don't have a descent job that can help sustain my family. I am also not able to own personal belongings like chairs and tables due to lack of money.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest moment is in the morning, because it gives me a lot of hope in life and to carry on with daily endeavours.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money will completely change my life. I will be able to purchase chairs and tables for the comfort to my family and visitors. Upon receiving this money, I will also be able to extend my house which is currently very squeezed. The amount will also enable be buy livestock for future use.