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Susan's family
Susan
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
30
homeHousehold Size:
4
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
Upcoming Stage
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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 used my transfer to buy a cow (18000), iron sheets (12500), poles (6000), ceiling board (6000), nails (7500) and paid labor charges(6000) which was topped up on the first transfer.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I moved to my own compound and built a three roomed house and bought a cow too. I am thankful.
 
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 iron sheets (6500 KES), a sack maize (3100 KES) and food with the token payment.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to buy more iron sheets and build a house with the upcoming transfer.
 
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access_time 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
First,we are planning to build a bigger house because this one is very small.We are also planning to dig a borehole that will supply fresh water for our family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
I am proud that my spouse managed to pay dowry to my parents and that I'm now legally married to him.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship has been to live in a very small house with no seats.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I take my goods to the market and I am able to sell all of them.