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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
48200 KES ($467 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($482 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
Since I lost 45000 KES to the rogue Mpesa urgent, I remained with 5000 KES which I spent on a blanket and 2 new bed sheets. I never had proper bedding and I am now glad that I sleep warmly and more comfortably.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My main house has ceased to be a hall. We have sufficient furniture, a sofa set where my family members and visitors sit on more comfortably. And this has liberated me from shame, I am no longer living a community laughing stock-currently, I live with pride.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($98 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on buying chairs, a table and utensils.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend my upcoming transfer on buying a cow and building a new house, my current house is thatched and is not in a very good condition
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to buy household items like chairs,tables and cupboard because my house does not have furnitures. I will also buy cows and do cattle keeping.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I was homeless but today I own a house,also that through my hard work my I managed to drill a borehole for my family.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest challenge is that I do not have a stable income.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the afternoon when I am resting after work.