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I spent 20,000 KES on buying and repairing fishing nets( gogo),I bought 12 iron sheets at 6,600 KES and 4,000 KES on buying poles. We also bought a bag of dry maize at 4,000 KES and added business stock worth 10,000 KES.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference is that we are now able to have regular and steady income from our businesses and are able to comfortably meet our daily expenses without much hitch.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($98 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought materials for construction of a grocery shop, and buy stoke to start the business.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I plan to buy a fishing net so that I can make use of my fishing boat and earn an income out of it. I also plan to pay school fees for my children, and buy seats because the ones we have are not presentable.
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 buy a piece land of because we have a very small piece of land . Secondly l would wish to use money to open up a business to generate income to sustain my family. Finally l would like to use the rest of the money to buy fishing equipment to enhance my fishing activity.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievements are that l have struggled to build iron roofed house. Finally l have worked hard to give my children the best education so that they may have a a better future.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship in life is the condition of my son of being mentally ill which requires medication each and every time.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening after finishing and getting something to take home.
