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I spent 23,000 KES to construct a barber shop and 25,700 KES on paying bride price.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I have constructed my barber shop which enables me to get some daily income that allows me to meet my daily expenses.
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 a car battery for my barber shop (6800), pesticide for my tomatoes (1600) and food (1400)
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend my lump-sum payment on buying two cows for dowry for my wife, build a portable barber shop and buy heifers.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to pay my wife's dowry inorder to strengthen our marriage. I'm also planning to establish my home because I need privacy.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
I would say,I am proud of being a barber since it's my main source of livelihood.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is that the kind of job I'm currently doing is not paying well and in many occasions I've not been able to provide appropriately for my family because my income is not enough.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the afternoon when I'm able to see my children return to school after having their lunch.
