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George
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Casual labour
faceAge:
43
homeHousehold Size:
7
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
Upcoming Stage
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($494 USD)
access_time over 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used my first transfer to pay dowry (26000), bought two sacks of maize (6000), and invested in soda business (18000)
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My living standard has improved since i repaired my old house and bought chairs which i did not have and my children are living well because i can afford to care of them from my daily income. I pray that GD will keep on supporting the poor.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time over 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent the transfer on buying sand ksh 2500 ,4bags of cement ksh 2150 , paid labor , spent the remaining part on buying food.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
Planning to go pay dowry for my wife to get her back and open her a business.
 
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access_time over 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I have planned to build a house,I will also buy a piece of land.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The proudest achievement is that I have a house for my children and am taking good care of them on my own.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship is that I have no employment and fending for my children is a big challenge.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when am able to provide a meal for my children.