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I bought cement (24700 KES) sand and transport (5400 KES) ballast (3000) building labour charge (7000 KES) and 4000 KES spent on cereal business. The rest I spent on shopping.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference is that have built a new house (cemented) and now free from flooding like before. I also get income from the business I started which has improved my living standards.
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 school fee, food and bedding.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I plan to spend my upcoming lump sum payment on purchase of small livestock and repair for my current house.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to plaster my house so that it's not destroyed during floods. I also want to set up a vegetable kiosk where I will be able to earn some daily income.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I have a house, furniture and I am struggling to educate my young children.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is lack of money to start up a proper business that can boost my income.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the afternoon when I am with my friends. This is because as I talk to my friends I get to forget my problems.
