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I spent 26000 KES of the first lumpsum in buying iron sheets, 14000 KES in buying bedding,paid school fee of 5000 KES and bought utensils at 5000 KES.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I had totally nothing in my house but now I have households, this has given me so much peace.
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 paying school fees ksh 3000, paying a debt ksh 3000 and spent balance on meals.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning on spending it on buying iron sheets to build my own house.
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to build a house and to venture into business. I am an hotelier by profession, I want to open my own hotel.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement am proudest of is that I have bought twenty five iron sheets so far, in preparation for building my house. I didn't manage to do this once, only through savings.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is lack of a proper income source.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when watching football with my friends in the evening.
