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Susan's family
Susan
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Shopkeeper
faceAge:
60
homeHousehold Size:
8
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
Upcoming Stage
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($494 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used (30500) to build a new house, and bought chairs and a table (19500).
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I am so happy i am in a better place. My old house was leaking and almost falling but now i am in a brand new house very comfortable with no fear of being rained on. I thank God for GD.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought two sacks of grain for family consumption. I also bought some timbers which I'll use to build a new house.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to build a new iron roofed house with a larger portion of the transfer. I'm also planning to buy some goats with the remaining portion.
 
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access_time over 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to increase stock in my shop business and build a new house because my roofing materials are old and so I am rained on during the rainy season.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I have successfully raised six orphans from my two late daughters out of hard work at my shop.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face in life is prolonged sickness that has affected my ability to work hard as before.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I wake up a live.