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Monica's family
Monica
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
56
homeHousehold Size:
7
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
Upcoming Stage
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($493 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I bought bricks for 30000 KES, transported with 12000 KES and sand 12000 KES. I added with my savings.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I am now prepared to build a bigger and beautiful house. I will soon relocate from a mad 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 spent my Token payment on utensils for 10,000 KES
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
We (recipient and spouse) plan to spend my upcoming lump sum payment on upgrading our house.
 
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access_time 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to renovate my house, by putting brick walls. I also plan to buy untensils and furniture.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement am proudest of is educating my children. God blessed me with seven children. I have seen three of the eldest through college and I am so happy for them.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is the burden of school fees. I have two kids pending college and others in high school.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when I make meals for the kids, breakfast lunch and supper.