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When I received my first lumpsum transfer I spent the whole of it on a motorcycle.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my life is that GD enabled me across abridge- that is from riding someone's motorcycle on a commission to my own- I am now able to make more money than before, which has improved our income and general living standards.
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 the transfer on buying battery and bulbs @ ksh 6200 and the balance we used to buy food and utensils.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to buy my own motor bike even if its a second hand one to be a boss of my own .
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access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I would like to build a decent house since I don't have one,I have been renting a house at the center for one year now and I'm tired of paying rent .I would also like to buy and own a second hand motorbike that can generate some income for us.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
Looking back,I would say owning some livestock is the achievement I am proudest of because this is my source of wealth.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I would say that raising rent has been my biggest difficulty because I don't have a good source of income.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening because this is the time I relax as I watch my cattle graze.
