We check in with people at each stage of the cash transfer process to see how things are going. Take a look at some of their stories as they appear here in real-time.
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($398 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 building a three room house for my family since the tiny house we were staying in was very r ramshackled.
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 that my family now has a good house which is strong and secure for us all.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly does well to conduct census for all recipients without discrimination before giving transfers.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($419 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying construction materials to enable me construct a 3 room house because the one am staying in is very poor and small. My house now is one room which is not enough for us.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is the harmony that is prevailing in my family. These days we discuss with my husband on how to develop our home which was not the case before.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($118 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought bedding and iron sheets in my first transfer for we need a better place to live in
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I will build a house in my next transfer where children will grow up in a secure place
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
We plan to build a better house and boost our motor cycle business for family sustainability.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The proudest achievement is my family because it motivates me to work harder every day.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in life was the death of my twins who I bore thru c section.i have remained devasted each day I remember coz I really cherished them.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is lunch time when am sharing a meal with my family and in laws.
