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Mary's family
Mary
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
44
homeHousehold Size:
6
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
Upcoming Stage
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($494 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used my transfer to buy cement (18000), buy doors and windows (13000), paid labor for plastering (13000) and paid school fees (5000).
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I used to struggle to get food but now i have stocked and i access food easily. My house is plastered and i can now mop like the rich do compared to before it was plastered. I thank GD for the support.
 
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 4,000 KES to pay fee to my son in high school. I also purchased foodstuffs and a solar lamp.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I'm planning to cement both walls and floor of my house because it is earth and needs frequent repairs which is also expensive. I'm also planning to build a kitchen where I can prepare my daily meals.
 
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access_time 8 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I have planned to rebuild my house and buy a few house hold furniture's.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The proudest achievement is that I have struggled with my children to go to school.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship is that I have no means of supporting my chikdren,am really struggling a lot.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when am working and ensuring that my children are in school.