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l spent the transfer to build a house so l bought 30 iron-sheets at 19500 kshs, poles at 3000 kshs, timber at 4500 kshs, nails at 3000 kshs, labor-charge 7000 kshs, l spent 3000 kshs to start small scale business, the remaining balance l still have it with me.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life has changed because l started a business and it is doing well and l was also staying at the market center but now l have my own 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 the transfer on buying timber that i would use for building because we are still homeless and stay at the market center ksh 4000, bought a bed ksh 3500 and the balance we used on food.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to buy iron sheets to go and build and start up a small business to earn an income.
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
We plan to build a home. This is the greatest desire of our hearts.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement am proudest of is buying household items like furniture, beddings and utensils in my house.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship we face is the burden of paying rent every month. That's why our priority is building a house.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I prepare my kids for school.
