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I spent 45000 KES of the first lumpsusm in catering for the cost of buying building materials and building labor. I then added 5000 KES to my savings and used it to buy bedding and a goat.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Previously I had an 8 iron sheets house which couldn't fit my family but now I have a 30 iron sheets house which is spacious and can accommodate my whole family.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time over 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent 4000 KES of my token payment on a mattress, 2000 on a goat and the remaining amount on medical bills for my husband.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I will construct an iron-roofed house with the whole of my upcoming lumpsum payment.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to buy materials to be used to build a better house, pay dowry and finally lease some land where I can plant maize.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is having worked as a fisherman and managed to save my earnings, with these earnings I have been able to buy a few goats.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face right now is lack of a sustainable source of income for my spouse, we have a dilapidated house and it might collapse any time now. I fear that we may have no roof over our heads come the rainy season as my spouse still does not have money to build a better house.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I wake up, it makes me very happy to know that my family is okay and we can all praise the Lord.
