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I used 7,000 KES to boost my cereals business, bought a mattress at 3,000 KES and am still having 39,890 KES in my Mpesa account which I'll add to the Lumpsum two then build my house at home because I'm staying in a rental.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My cereals business is now doing better hence am able to sustain my family.
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 bought mattres 3500 KES, paid school fees 4500 KES and spent the rest for food for the family.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to start a business with 20000 KES, pay school fees and buy other household items.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I have planned to set up a business since at the moment I don't have a job.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The proudest achievement is that I have a family
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship was when my husband lost his job,we really suffered a lot.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when am doing my normal work
