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I bought materials and expanded my house and kitchen (24000), bought a cow (16000) and paid secondary school fees(10000)
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I always prayed to God to help me move to my own compound, this prayer was answered when i got my token and moved, i could not accomplish this on my own. My child used to be chased from school but now she is settled since i paid the fees. I expanded my house and have space for cooking where i cannot be rained on. I bought a cow and named it Give Direct and i know i will get milk and young ones that will support me especially with school fees for my children.
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 7,050 KES to buy construction materials ( poles, nails, door) and the rest on house hold effects.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to enlarge my house so that it can comfortably contain my family and our belongings, pay school fees ( secondary school) for my child and plaster my house.
Enrolled
access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I would like to use part of the transfer to build a new home. Secondly l would wish to pay for my son who is joining form three next year and my daughter who is joining forth form. Finally l would like to open up a business to generate income to sustain m
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that l struggled to take my children to school.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship in life is poor source of income to sustain my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is when having lunch with my children.
