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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1661910 UGX ($450 USD)
access_time over 4 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life has greatly changed in that, the dream I had of constructing a commercial house is being made a reality. Although I haven't commenced the construction, these transfers have given me a big stepping stone towards achieving it. In the future, I hope be making rental income from this house when completed.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly in my opinion, has done well by bringing development in my life. According to me, everything they have done is good.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I have used my second transfer to buy bricks and aggregates for constructing my commercial house.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1728300 UGX ($459 USD)
access_time almost 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life has improved because I now own a plot of land which I'm going to build in my permanent house. Prior to this transfer, I had no money to complete paying for that plot and I had a lot of pressure from the owner. In addition, I'm also going to build permanent house which I never thought I would have managed. Currently, I'm still sleeping in a thatched house.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt very happy because I got money from GiveDirectly which has enabled me to get a plot of land and build permanent house once I get my last transfer.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought build materials ( 15 bags of cement and wires) worth UGX 450,000, paid school fees worth UGX 150,000, clothing/ household goods worth UGX 200,000, rented Agricultural Land worth UGX 400,000 and completed paying for a plot of land which we had deposited for before GiveDirectly program.
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access_time 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that I will be able to pay bride price to my parents-in-law, build a house and buy a piece of land.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest in the evening when I am with friends.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is lack of money to take care of my household needs.
