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I spent 30000 build a small a kitchen and extend my house, spend 20000 KES to buy fishing nets.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my life is having a fishing net will be my source of income.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my Token payment on purchase of 4 sheep for 10,000 KES
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I plan to spend the upcoming lump sum payment on purchase of fishing nets and boat with the purpose of starting fishing business, and also enlarging my house.
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
First,I would like to construct a bigger house because this one is very small and also very weak because it was infested by termites.Secondly,I would like to buy some fishing ropes and a big fishing net that will aid in fishing inorder to boost my income.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement was being able to switch from a leaky grass thatched house to a better iron roofed house that I managed to build using my own savings.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I'm currently facing is that I am a widow with lots of responsibilities and burdens because I'm the breadwinner but unfortunately,I don't have a proper job that can sustain my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening after when I'm able to rest as I listen to good music.
