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Laventa's family
Laventa
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Small business
faceAge:
28
homeHousehold Size:
7
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 two oxen at 35,000 KES and a cupboard at 10,500 KES. I spent 4,000 KES to buy kitchen utensils.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Having been able to buy two oxen, am now certain that I will increase my farm output by using a hand drawn plough and therefore work on a bigger area on my farm in a short period.
 
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 used the entire transfer to service a loan.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to buy some bulls which I'll use in farming activities.
 
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access_time over 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I have planned to buy livestock and farming tools ,I would also like to expand my business
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that am in a group that has helped me buy a few house items.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship was loosing my child who got burnt very badly and passed away.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when am resting after finishing my household chores.