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Norman
landscapeCountry:
uganda
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
21
workCampaign
Standard Uganda
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Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1730250 UGX ($457 USD)
access_time almost 4 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life has improved because through this cash transfer, I have managed to clear off the debt which was stressing me. In addition, I have repossessed my farm land and already farmed g-nuts. In the past, I had a small piece of land to farm. I have also bought a calf which I intend to use as dowry in future.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt very excited because I was going to reposses my farm land and rent more farm land
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I have spent my first transfer on paying off a debt worth UGX 600,000, bought a calf worth UGX 400,000, renovated my thatched house worth UGX 200,000, rented farm land worth 300,000 and paid labour worth UGX 200,000.
 
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access_time 5 years ago
 
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to go back to school to persue a welding course. I would also like to buy cattle in case there is any balance of this money .
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I go to play foot ball with my friends.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is that ,i have ear problem .This is a serious threat to my life because I don't have money yo access treatment.