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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 to construct a new house because i was sleeping in a small house where we couldn't fit well with other family members. I also rented land to increase on agricultural produce and make sure that there is food in the family.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different because i now hope to produce enough food for my family in the next season since i rented some land for farming that it would have been if i hadn't recieved money, I would be digging on my small piece of land.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GiveDirectly has done well by giving people money inconsiderate of their family back ground or level of education. And there is nothing that hasn't been done well
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($422 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used my second transfer to buy building materials (sand, bricks, cement and ironsheets) because i want to expand on my house since i have been sleeping in a small house with my children
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that i am nolonger stressed about the small house I have having. I will soon have a spacious house.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($112 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 bricks so that i can prepare to build a 3 room house. The one which am staying in is very tiny and uncomfortable.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
When I received my money, I ran to my mother to break this wonderful news. I felt so happy and we made ululations with my siblings.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on building a bigger house because this one is small for the family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I am proudest of is my child and husband. My husband has planned for me in a way that i now own some livestock.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
None
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I get to the a meal with my husband all laughing. This takes away the worries i have had in a day
