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John's family
John
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
39
homeHousehold Size:
8
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
Upcoming Stage
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($496 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I bought matress at Kshs. 2850, I made birth certificate at Kshs. 1200, I used Kshs. 600 on transportation while Kshs. 5700 I pent on buying grains
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I now own a phone. I also leaving in a good house. I have also paid school fees
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($98 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I used a portion of the transfer to buy a mattress. I also purchased foodstuffs for family consumption.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to build a new spacious iron roofed house because my current house is too small. I'm also planning to invest the remaining amount in retail shop business.
 
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access_time over 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I have planned to buy some iron sheets and expand my house since it's small.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement has been farming since my family always has food to eat.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship has been we have to educate our children and we don't have the resources.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when God blesses us with something to eat.