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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1652800 UGX ($456 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to buy a garden and the balance that remained, I spent it to treat my husband's second wife whom he married recently.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my own opinion,givedirectly does well in the way they do their work,they are honest and does not steal our money.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different is different because I am now a very happy person because I have my own garden which I cultivate in to get my daily bread,before I got this money I was not happy because I had no garden to cultivate in to earn a living.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1719800 UGX ($469 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to buy 30 bags of cement and sand for plastering my house.I also bought a bed and a full set of tables. The balance of cash I am spending it on paying my builders.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was so happy and I was filled with joy the moment I saw the mobile money message on my phone.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life was miserable at first but after I received the cash transfer, my life is now comfortable and my home looks very beautiful since I am renovating my house. I am so happy and I thank Give directly for the cash transfer.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I faced in my life was when, part of my land was almost being grabbed away from my household
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the afternoon when my husband comes back home from the trading centre for lunch after his leisure time.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means buying livestock in preparation for my children who will be joining secondary education soon
