Sending money to the wrong number is one of the most painful mistakes anyone can make, especially in today’s digital world where mobile money is everything. For Michael, a small business owner from Thika, Kenya, this mistake almost destroyed him financially. What happened next, however, surprised everyone and changed his understanding of money, fate, and hidden forces.
Michael had saved for months to restock his electronics business. One morning, while rushing to pay a supplier, he accidentally sent a large amount of money to the wrong phone number. At first, he stayed calm, believing the recipient would return the money. He immediately called the number, but it was switched off. He tried again and again with no success. Panic set in when the number later became completely.
He reported the issue to customer care and followed all the recommended procedures. Days passed, then weeks, but nothing changed. The money was not recovered. His supplier backed out, his business stalled, and bills started piling up. “I couldn’t sleep,” Michael said. “That money was everything I had. I felt helpless and ashamed because it was my mistake.” Continue reading…
