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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686157 UGX ($449 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?
My life is different In that,I have acquired aplot of land which I would not have managed to acquire if I never received the transfer.I'm now sure I will build my permanent house when my livstock will multiple in number because it Will be my source of income to buy building materials.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion GiveDirectly has done well by enabling people to buy Livestock, build permanent houses and paying school fees for their children.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I have spent my second transfer to purchase Livestock at 1190000ugx,clothes at 180000ugx,paid school fees at 110,000ugx and balance of 150,000ugx I plan to buy mattress.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($476 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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access_time over 6 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that, i will be able to build my dream house.This money will therefore, facilitate the construction of an iron roof house for my household.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Afternoon time is my happiest part of the day.This comes after completing my daily duties.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is inadquency of money to facilitate the construction of an iron roof house for my family.
