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Newsfeed > Swaibu's Profile
Swaibu's family
Swaibu
landscapeCountry:
uganda
workOccupation:
Small business
faceAge:
18
workCampaign
Eastern Uganda
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($401 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($419 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on construction of my house as i have been sleeping poorly for the past years. I also bought a cow so that i can get milk out it when it grows
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest different in my life is getting a house that i have dreamt of for years. Thank you GD for making me achieve my dream
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($118 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on buying iron sheets so that i can build a house since the one am currently leaving in is leaking. I also bought a matress to enable me sleep comfortably.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend my next transfer on developing my coffee business. I have been trading coffee but at a small scale due to insufficient funds.
 
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access_time 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on building a house because when it rains the house leaks so much.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is starting small hotel business. This business has earned me a living.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I am facing is taking care of my mother. She is old and very weak.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening when I receive more customers at my hotel.