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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($402 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 working on the floor of my house and finishing the inside walls. I also bought household equipment as well as stocked food for the family in this famine.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than it would have been if I never received the transfer in a way that my family sleeps in a good clean house with no pests like jiggers.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly does well to reach out to all people without discrimination and using professional staff who are not biased.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($424 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to buy three goats because they will generate more income when they grow up and produce. I also bought building materials (ironsheets, sand and bricks) to expand on my house which was initially too small. I also strayed a kerosene selling business to ensure that my money keeps growing
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I am now sure of my basic income due to business I started and I hope to grow big with time in that business
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($112 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 buying iron sheets because the ones i had on my house were for my brother.i also bought beddings which i didn't have.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment when i recieved my money i felt excited i kept my phone in my hands and i didn't even cover myself for that night i was only thinking about my money.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend the transfer on buying household items like mattress, door , iron and sheets for my house.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is when I bought some coffee plants and they have supported me a lot financially.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is not having been able to study because of lack of money at home.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is evening time because this is when I spend time with my friends.
