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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
53150 KES ($531 USD)
access_time 5 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is so different now because when I received the transfer I bought a motorcycle. It is new, efficient and effective. I can now generate more income which I use in paying school fees for my children whom I transferred from a public school to a private school. They are performing way better in school compared to previous days when they were constantly sent home from school to clear school fees balances. My family can now afford a portion of healthy food too.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly has enabled me to live a better life. My family can now afford a healthy diet hence good health. This is possible because I have a constant source of income. I bought a motorcycle and I do not depend on the meagre income I get from doing casual work to provide for my family.
I do not feel there is anything that GD does not do well. They just saved my life!
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I have always been dependant on casual work to get money for my family's upkeep. I contemplated taking a loan from a merry-go-round to buy a motorcycle. So, when I received the transfer I used it together with some of my savings to buy a motorcycle. Currently, I have a motorcycle that earns income which helps with the family upkeep i.e paying school fees for my children, buying household items and food for family consumption.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
55000 KES ($546 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that my family are able to feed and dress well from the money I received as I have been able to provide for them so easily.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received money from GiveDirectly, I was super happy. It was free money and that confirmed to me that GD does keep thier promises.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent the money I received from GiveDirectly on buying cereals in bulk so that I sell in the future. I also bought some iron sheets that I am planning to use build a new house in my own home.
Enrolled
access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that I will be able to open a shop for selling groceries at Ogwedhi centre and the remaining amount will be spent on building a kitchen for my wife.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I get a client in the morning who needs transport service. This makes me happy as I am able to paid after I work.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face in my life is that my income is very low and getting money to buy food is a challenge for me.
