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When I received the second transfer, I used a total of 43000 KES from it to buy cows and take them to my wife's home as dowry, to formerly be allowed to have my children even after we separated with their mother. I then bought 2 sacks of maize at 4600 KES for my family's food since we did not have food in the house. The balance was used for paying my children's nursery and primary school levies and buying them clothes.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have now paid dowry for my wife thus I am culturally allowed to have the children even if I am separated with her.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($96 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on purchasing 10 pieces of iron sheets. Being jobless, I also purchased food for the famil
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
When I received my money, I felt so happy! I was very broke.
Enrolled
access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to buy bulls to always help us in ploughing our farm and increase our harvest, and to also hire to my villagers for money.This will help me get some income.I will also buy building materials like ironsheets,timber,nails and pay for labor for my house construction since my current house is very old.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My achievement is that I always work hard and ensure that my family do not miss meals.That makes me proud.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest challenge is that we have very low income.Also that my house leaks alot snd I am always rained on during rainy season.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the morning when I set up to go to work.
