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l spent the transfer to build my home so l bought building materials at 29500 kshs, labor-charge 5000 kshs, l bought furniture at 8000 kshs, l also paid school fees of 3000 kshs to my two children in primary school, the remaining 4000 kshs l spent to improve my business.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life has changed because l am eating well because my business is doing well.
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 spent the transfer on buying mattress ksh 3500, blanket ksh 700, water tank ksh 1500, paid school fees ksh 2000 and used ksh 2300 to start up a small business.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to go buy iron sheets to build my own home and move away from the center.
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I planning to build my own house so that I stop paying rent.I am also planning to boost my business.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that l own a business that is providing me with daily income for sustenance.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship has been to live in a rental house that sometimes I find difficult to pay because I don't have a proper source of income.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I'm selling my goods in the market because I'm sure that I will make money and buy food for my children.
