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 ($402 USD)
access_time almost 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 that I started with the second transfer.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than it would have been if I never received the transfer because I have my own house from the one I was co-owning with my co-wife and our feeding improved at home.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GiveDirectly does well to send us good teachers and officers who handle us with respect because the motivate us to freely ask them any matters concerning this program.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($423 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
Well, on a house! I used my second transfer to build a 3bedroom house because I was sharing one house with my co-wife and that caused many problems between us.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Being able to build my own house is the biggest difference in my daily life. I am building own my house with the second transfer and I am proud.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($113 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
Oh well, sand and a goat! I used my first transfer to buy sand for a 3bedroom house because the one I am living now is for my co-wife and she wants it back. It is very small for my family. I also bought a goat for rearing and multiply in number for my children's school fees.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The day I received this money the best moment in my life I may say, because I smiled genuinely.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on building a house because the house I stay in currently was formerly for my co-wife who separated but any time is coming back.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is buying motorcycle with my husband. This motorcycle has made our business of vending vegetables improve as we can reach all places with ease.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is making ends meet because the income from my vegetable business is not enough to support family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening when I am playing with my children.
