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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($468 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I had started constructing a house previously but I had not completed it, so when I received my third transfer, I added it to the second and completed the house. I am now occupying it. The remaining I spent on boosting my vegetable business and also bought some two cows for rearing.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($481 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on paying school fee for my children in both primary and secondary school. Secondly, I purchased 22 bags of beans that I planned to sell during drought season when prices for beans have gone so high. I therefore expect double the total amount I invested.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is the joy I have found in purchasing the 22 bags of bags of maize.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first on boosting my business 5000 KES, paid school fees 2400 KES, paid house rent 2000 KES and used balance on daily meals.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment when I received this money I was really happy that i jumped all across the house.
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access_time 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life was when my child fell ill and I had to spend nearly my all my business capital for treatment. I was left with no Money and numerous debts to pay
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is always in the evenings when I have settled in my stall and selling my wares. During that time, am free to mingle and chat with friends and customers
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to improve and change my life for the better.
