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Ezakiel's family
Ezakiel
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Other
faceAge:
45
homeHousehold Size:
3
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
Upcoming Stage
Next Payment
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Follow to be updated on Ezakiel's next check-in.
 
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 6,500KES on buying seats, and a matress @ 2000KES. I also spent 1,500KES on sinking a pit latrine.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I plan to buy cattle use them to pay my wife's dowry, I have been unable to raise enough money all along.
 
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access_time almost 9 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to use my funds to legalize my marriage by paying dowry, expand my house because it's too small for my family and set up a fish vending business as an income generating activity.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I built my house using small savings I accrued from fishing.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I am facing in life is poor health. My wife and I are ailing frequently and this does not allow to work hard.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I wake up to a new day because I have another chance to work and provide for my family.