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Byogero's family
Byogero
landscapeCountry:
uganda
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
34
workCampaign
Eastern Uganda
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1685137 UGX ($450 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I now own a brand new house though still under construction. This makes a very big difference in my life.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, what Give Directly does well is the making of transfer in the shortest time possible moreover in the effective way.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my transfer by buying construction materials such as cement, sand, iron sheets and timbers. All being used ti complete the construction work of my house that I started using my first transfer.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($473 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Well ! Buliding a house and starting up an enterprise have been my biggest chellenge.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Afternoon is the happiest part of my day
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Developing herself by opening up a business and paying school fees for her children