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Doris

Country:

kenya

Occupation:

Subsistence farming

Age:

Household Size:

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Standard Kenya

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Initial Payment

Transfer Amount

10000 KES ($99 USD)

almost 5 years ago

What did you spend your first transfer on?

Nothing.

What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?

Am planning to furnish my current house by enlarging it then cement, and then use the rest of the cash to repair my kiosk in our center.

Enrolled

over 5 years ago

What are you planning to spend your transfer on?

I want to build a good housen and buy household items.

What is the achievement you are proudest of?

I have lived to see my grandchildren.

What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?

I dont have money and i stay alone.

What is the happiest part of your day?

Am happy because my life is still there.