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I spent 44,000KES on buying an ox, a cow and 2 sheep for keeping. i spent the rest of the money on food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I had always wshed to keep cattle and now I feel happy thatb i have them.
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 spent 2500 KES of my token payment on bicycle's spare parts, I then settled my household debts at 3300 KES and invested the remaining amount on our grocery business.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend my upcoming lumpsum payment on 2 oxen and build my main house using the remaining amount.
Enrolled
access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I would like to use part of the transfer to buy oxen and ploughing machine to enable me do better farming. Secondly l would wish to open up a small business to generate income to support my family. Finally l would like to renovate my house since my house is in a very bad condition.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that l is that we have struggled to build my son his own home.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship in life is poor source of income to support my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is when all my family members are in good health.
