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I spent on cementing my house. I also fixed two doors to the house.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I used to have the desire to cement my house, but I couldn't due to financial constraints.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($98 USD)
access_time almost 9 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my token payment on paying school fees.I also added capital to my business.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend my upcoming lumpsum payment on plaster my house.I also want to pay school fees for my grandchild.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to renovate my roof as well as the entire house by plastering and replacing the old iron sheets in order to give my house a new look.Am also planning to set aside the remaining amount to cater for my grandson's school fees.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I am proudest of is being able to provide and educate my children despite the hardships I am facing ever since my spouse passed away.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in life is lack of money to buy foodstuffs as well as lack of proper source of income.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I am serving my customers at my restaurant since this business is another additional source of income.
