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I bought more building materials in addition to what i had bought with my token and built a house (20000) and also bought a generator (30000) that i shall use to pump water for spraying my farm.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I am now living in heaven on earth, old as i am, i have never experienced such joy in my life, I am so thankful to the God sent GD in my life. I have acquired many assets that i could never have afforded.
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 spent the entire transfer on buying timber for constructing a boat for fishing.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I hope to complete the construction of my boat, and buy a generator for watering my farm.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to construct a boat for fishing because I live near the lake and fishing is our main activity. I also plan to use part of my transfer on horticultural farming so as to increase my income.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I educated my son to the University level through fishing.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face in life is lack of sufficient finances to meet all my basic needs because I have no reliable source of income.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is at noon when I have earned some money and prepare my family lunch.
