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Kennedy's family
Kennedy
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Casual labour
faceAge:
28
homeHousehold Size:
3
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
Upcoming Stage
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($493 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent the first lumpsum in buying cattle at 43000 KES and used the rest of the money in starting up a business.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life has improved because I have made a big step in life by investing.
 
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 (8500), and a bag of maize (1200).
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to revive my shop business and buy another cow with my upcoming lump-sum payment.
 
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access_time almost 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to start a small business selling cereals.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is having worked as a casual worker for quite some time and managed to build my own house.
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, this means that I can hardly cater for all my family's basic needs.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I wake up, I am usually happy because I have been able to live another day.