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I spent 25000 KES of the first lumpsum in clearing school fee for my two children, gave myh husband 15000 KES for business, bought clothing for my children at a cost of 5000 KES, bought utensils with 3000 KES and used the rest of the money on food for the family.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life has really improved because immediately after clearing school fee I was given my son's result sleep and he managed to get enrolled in cumpus. Our business is also doing well and provides us with daily income.
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 4,600 KES to buy a mattress, bought one bag of maize at 2,800 KES and millet at 600 KES. I also paid school fees (secondary school) for 3,000 KES.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to construct a pit latrine, clear school fees balance and also buy kitchen utensils.
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I have planned to pay school fees for my child,I also want to set up a business and pay up the debt that I have.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The proudest achievement is that I have a family of my own and children.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship is that I have a very huge school fees to pay for my children.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when am making my sisal.
