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I used (40000) to buy building materials for my new house, paid school fee (2500), weeded my farm (1500) and am planning to buy a goat (3000).
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My living standards have improved, I now have a good house, I have an alternative business aside from charcoal burning and my children are now in school and can also eat well. Thank you GD.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought a door, cushions, food and paid the children's school fees.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to build a spacious house and buy livestock (a cow & a goat).
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I have planned to expand my house which is small,I will also pay school fees for my children.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that through burning charcoal I have been able to make the house I am living in.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship is that I am not able to take my children through high school since I don't have the money, I am also not well health wise.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when I go to sell my charcoal and I make some money.
