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I spent the first lumpsum on buying a cow at 17000 KES, sheep at 3000 KES, building materials (timber, iron sheets) at 13000 KES, 10000 KES daughter-in-law medication and used the rest of the money in buying food for the family.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I am now happy because I own livestock which I consider an investment.
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 my token payment on buying a sheep and two goats (7000), clothing and food (3500)
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend my upcoming lump-sum payment on buying a traditional ox and plough, to expand my house and lease a piece of land for farming.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to use the transfer to buy oxen plough which will help me during planning. I also plan to spend the transfer on iron sheets, timber and nails to construct a bigger house to accommodate my family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I have managed to save money and bought poultry which I keep in my home
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship is when my husband died. Becoming a widow and with a lot of responsibility on the dependants has not been very easy for me.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of the day is in the morning when I wake up alive and am able to perform my work.
