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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1661910 UGX ($449 USD)
access_time almost 5 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 improved because I have secured some farm land and purchased oxen to facilitate ploughing. I have cultivated my crops with hope of getting food come harvest season. Before I got the transfer I used to hire oxen and it was very expensive for me.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly did well to give me money and to follow me up even after receiving the transfers. There is nothing they have done bad.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer for buying cows and clothes, paying a debt,saving and for ploughing.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1728300 UGX ($462 USD)
access_time almost 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life is good now because I am able to afford basic needs for my family especially food. This makes us happy and we are at leaving at peace with my wife. Back then, we had quarrels and angry arguments because whenever my wife asked for any thing, I could not provide due to lack of money.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer, I felt too happy and relieved because I had so many pressing challenges yet there was no money.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer for hiring three acres of land and buying a bull. I bought a mattress, a bed, utensils, a bicycle, blanket, bed sheets and food. I paid some debts and a medical bill of UGX 30,000.
Enrolled
access_time 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
When I receive this money, I will buy some agricultural land and some cows.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the afternoon after eating a meal.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is lack of money to pay bride price to my inlaws.
