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Tom's family
Tom
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Other
faceAge:
43
homeHousehold Size:
5
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
Upcoming Stage
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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 my first transfer on taking my son to a technical college.I also bought 16 iron sheets and a calf.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that my son is going through some serious training and he's soon being independent.
 
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 1 sack of maize ksh 3000, 2 blankets ksh 1000, chair cushion ksh 1000, 1 sheep ksh 2000,clothes ksh 1500 and still using balance on meals.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning on spending it on building materials.
 
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access_time 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend the first portion of my transfer to buy educational materials,uniforms and school shoes.I will spend the second portion to establish my own home and lastly,I will save the remaining portion for future use.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I am proudest of is that I managed to educate my son up to form four level.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in life is that I don't have enough funds to build a bigger house that can accommodate my expanding family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I have enough money to buy foodstuffs for my children.