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Rose's family
Rose
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
56
homeHousehold Size:
4
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
Upcoming Stage
Next Payment
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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 used my token to buy a cow (9000) and bought food and utensils (1000).
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to use my upcoming lump-sum payment to build a house and buy more livestock.
 
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access_time 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to lease land and farm as my current farm is too small, I will also use part of the transfers to for pay hospital bills as I am sick.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is having bought two cattle which I get milk from. I bought the cattle after saving my earnings from casual jobs that I usually do.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face right now is ill health, this makes it difficult to earn a living.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of the day is around midday, this is because I usually have lunch and this makes me very happy.