We check in with people at each stage of the cash transfer process to see how things are going. Take a look at some of their stories as they appear here in real-time.
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
826400 UGX ($224 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
When I recieved my second transfer, I used it for business in order to multiply it, then I will use it to complete construction of my house.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Givedirectly has supported the vulnerable people by giving unconditional cash which has enabled us to construct permanent houses. What it has not done well is that they are not giving everybody money which makes others to complain.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different in that, I can now buy what I want to eat or use at any time since am doing some business which is fairly booming. Without this support, I could not even pick any little amount of money from my business because of fear of the business colapsing hence living a miserable life.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1719800 UGX ($473 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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access_time over 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i am facing is sleeping in a leaking house.
It really gets worse when it say in the night, we just have to stand.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when i am listening to news over the radio.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means i will be able to build an iron roofed house.
