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Tom's family
Tom
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Other
faceAge:
39
homeHousehold Size:
5
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
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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 spent 18,000KES on buying ironsheet and timber for building an iron roofed house. I spent 17,000KES on buying 2 cows and paid my wifes dowry, and bought a set of seats @16,000KES.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I am glad that I have paid my wife's dowry.
 
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 weaved a fishnet (7000), hired a boat (2000) and bought food (1000)
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to build my own boat, buy food and expand my business.
 
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access_time 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to buy a wire mesh so that I can fence my compound inorder to keep away trespassers.I am also planning to buy a fishing net that will aid in fishing inorder to boost my income.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I am proudest of was owning a mortobike because it has been of great help especially in transporting my goods from the village to kendu town.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship has been to raise money to buy some spare parts for my mortobike.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I leave home for work to fend for my family because I love to see them happy.