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l spent 35000 kshs start business of cereals, l also spent 10000 kshs to buy furniture the remaining balance l spent to buy food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life has really changed because l would go and weed for people in their farms in order to put food in the table but now that is not the case because my business is doing well and eating well with my family members.
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 used the whole amount to add more stock on my bags and shoes business.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
Am planning to expand my business and introduce new items like sleeping materials which I'll be getting from Uganda.
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to invest in business, of selling second hand clothes and shoes and to renovate my house by installing windows.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement am proudest of is the livestock I have bought so far which include two cows and sheep. I managed this with proceeds from farming.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is providing for the kids. Our income sources are barely sufficient.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I go buy vegetables and tomatoes which I later sell in the market.
