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We spent 46000 KES of the first lumpsum transfer in buying a motorcycle and used 3000 KES on food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Our lives have improved because we now have a source of income from the motorcycle we bought.
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 transfer on buying 4 pieces of iron sheets ksh 4000, paid rent ksh 1100, bought water tank ksh 900, bought clothes for me and my child ksh 2000 and used the balance on meals.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning on buying a motor bike to act as a source of daily income.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement was giving birth to my children.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship we face is lack of a steady source of income.
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
We are planning to buy iron sheets, pay dowry for my wife and start a small business to help sustain us in the future.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of the day is around midday. This is when I usually meet my friends and we chat.
