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I spent most of the second transfer to build a house, since l was staying in house which was almost collapsing down and it was also small. I also spent the transfer to buy furniture since l was sitting on a water container, the remaining balance l spent to buy solar for light my house.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that, l am now staying in a nice comfortable house where l do not need to worry a bout its collapsing down when it is raining as compared to before. I also no longer spent money to buy paraffin for light since l now have solar.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to buy sand, cement, timber, round poles, nails and iron roofing sheets which I will use to build a better house for my family. If there are any funds remaining I plan to pay school fees for my son who is in secondary school.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is having replaced my grass thatched roof with iron roofing sheets, this was possible because I saved money that I got from doing casual labour jobs.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face right now is lack of a sustainable source of income for myself, I am a widow and taking care of my family is really difficult, at times my family lacks essential items which I wish I could afford.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I relaxing after a hectic day, I usually chat with my family and this makes me very happy.
