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Penina's family
Penina
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Other
faceAge:
77
homeHousehold Size:
8
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
Upcoming Stage
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($493 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent on buying building materials (sand, marram) and a cow. I also spent on medication when I was taken ill.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I had been having the desire to own a cow and to cement my house. I'm glad my dreams have come true.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($98 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my token payment on plastering my grandson's house.I also bought utensils,paid my medical bills and paid school fees for my grandchildren.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend my upcoming payment on paying dowry for my daughter in law.I also want to plaster my house and buy a cow.
 
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access_time over 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to buy food stuff for my house and rebuild my house
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My achievement was building the house I am living in.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship is that l have been ailing a lot since my children died and left me with my grand children and no one to support us.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part is being with family