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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($404 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 starting up a bar business. I did this to be able to earn a stable income.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I wouldn't be able to set up a business since i had no money however my life is different in a way that i secured a stable source of income thanks to the business I started up with the transfers i received.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
By giving us the money on time without us putting in any effort, GD does 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 construct a bigger house because i was sleeping in a very small house where i wasnt confortable
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that i now own a bigger house that makes me proud
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($113 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 boosting my fuel businesses by buying more jerricans of fuel than the ones I had before so that I can also increase the profits.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment when I received my money i felt happy because so many people in my village had started making fun of us that we were just fooled, but when the money came it was a good thing because they stopped talking. I was really happy
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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 expanding my business of selling food stuffs and also buying livestocks to act security incase of anything.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I am proudest of is my hotel business because it has settled my issues.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life not being able to achieve my business goal of starting up a shop.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I am through with my daily work relaxing while playing football.
