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Newsfeed > Phoebe's Profile
Phoebe's family
Phoebe
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Casual labour
faceAge:
30
homeHousehold Size:
5
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
Upcoming Stage
Next Payment
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($493 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on building an iron roofed house.I also bought a calf.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have my own home and an iron roofed 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 bought 10 iron sheets at 6,500 KES, I paid 2,000 KES labor and spent 1,500 KES towards nails.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to extend my house and buy livestock animal.
 
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access_time 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to build a home. This has been my greatest desire. The remainder I will use to buy livestock like cattle and sheep.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement am proudest of is that I have been able to buy household items like water storage containers, some furniture and beddings through savings from my business.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is the need to build a house. The fact that we are homeless bothers me alot.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is at around noon, when I make lunch for the kids.