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I spent 22000 KES of the first lumpsum in buying electronics (television, dvd and music system), paid 7000 KES for school fee,bought clothing at a cost of 3500, iron sheets at 10000 KES, used 2000 KES in buying food and saved 5000 KES.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My children are going to school without being sent away for school fee because I managed to clear their school fee.
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 my token payment to pay school fees (3000), hospital bill (2000), window glasses (2000), funeral expenses (1500) and food (2400).
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to build a boat for fishing and clear school fees balances.
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to build a pit latrine, an external kitchen and pay school fees for my children who are in primary schools and one who is in secondary school.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is having been a musician for many years and I have managed to build my own homestead and educated my children with proceeds from my concerts.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face right now is ill health, my legs hurt a lot, I cannot manage to stand for a long time and this means that I cannot perform on stage.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I often go for concerts, seeing my fans enjoy my music makes me very happy.
