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I have saved my transfer (46000) i shall add on my final transfer and buy a brand new motorbike. I invested 3000 in a rope business.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I used to indulge in sisal business but it was not that easy but with the ropes business i can afford to earn a daily income to take care of household needs and invest back into the business.
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 my token payment on buying 2 goats,a set of chairs and 4 iron sheets.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend my upcoming lumpsum payment on building an iron roofed house.I also want to pay school fees for my children.
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to build a bigger house of eight rooms that would fit my family because my house is very small.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I am a dedicated mother to my children, I sell sisal twine and ensure they go to school and have food to eat.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face in my life is poverty. I have no proper source of income and so I am not able to sufficiently provide for my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I wake up because I am still there for my children.
