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Silvia's family
Silvia
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Other
faceAge:
23
homeHousehold Size:
5
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 spent a larger portion of the first transfer in plastering my house and fixing both windows and doors. I used 5000 KES in buying food for the family.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My house was almost falling but now its strong and stable because I managed to plaster it.
 
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 KES 6000 on smearing the walls and the floor of my house, KES 2000 in buying clothing for my children and the remaining KES 2000 I spent on food.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I want to expand my main house and cement its floor by this upcoming lumpsum.
 
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access_time 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
First,I am planning to start a business of selling second hand men's shirts.Secondly,I am planning to plaster my house both inside and outside so that it becomes more strong.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
Looking back,I would say my proudest achievement was owning my own house because some few years back,I use to stay in my brother in law's house with my family and there was no comfort.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest challenge is that I'm finding it difficult to afford a meal just because my income is too little.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My favorite time is in the evening when coming home from work and seeing how excited my children are as they welcome me with joy.