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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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($401 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on a house. I used my transfer to finish my house because my first and second transfer were not enough.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I have a good house from the transfer and I am living a good life so my life is different than it would have been if I never received the transfer.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GiveDirectly does well to visit us often my whenever we have challenges with our transfers.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($421 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on building a three room house for my family so that we can go out of renting. We had the plot of land but for long we had failed to raise money for building.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is owning a house and having the hope of getting out of rent.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($114 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I used my first transfer to buy house hold utensils and beddings for myself and my children as we were sleeping poorly. I also bought a goat to rear at home
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment i received money, i was filled with happiness though i didnt show it out to people. I was so excited about the money
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend the cash transfer on purchasing a piece of land that i can construct a house for my family since right now am renting a room where am staying.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
I did have a free range poultry system that i used to get eggs anc chicken for sale to pay school fees for my children and buying other basic necessities for the family.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i am facing upto now is the issue of school fees for my children to study.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am always happy during evening hours when am chatting with my neighbours.
