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l spent the transfer to build my house so l bought building materials 49000 kshs.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life has changed because l now have hopes that l will have nice house.
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 used the entire transfer to buy sand which I'll use to build a brick house. At the moment I live in earth house.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to buy some bricks and other building materials with the entire transfer so that when I get the last transfer, I just start building immediatly.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to build a home, since I am homeless, I live in my brother's house. I also plan to pay school fees and to furnish the house.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement am proudest of is the ability to provide basic needs for my family, inclusive of food, clothing and shelter.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is the lack of a house. I feel so incomplete as a homeless man.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I get called for any casual job.
