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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660965 UGX ($440 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I have spent my second transfer on purchasing a plot of land.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion GiveDirectly has done well by helping me to own a plot of land and rent Agricultural land. GiveDirectly has not done anything wrong.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life has changed because I can afford to buy anything I need in my house like food, clothing and treament. Previously, I used to do casual work in order to get good. Secondly, I own a plot of land which I will set up my home in future. Currently, I'm still staying with my parents in-law.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($471 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer for buying a cow 500,000ugx, food at 20,000ugx. I used 80,000ugx for treament. Am using 200,000ugx as capital for running a business of second hand clothes. I have saved 900,000ugx which I intend to use for hiring land and buying household items.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer, I became very happy because this money came to relieve me from many problems.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I now own a cow. Once it gives birth I will enjoy milk.
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access_time almost 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is inadequacy of money to meet my needs.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the noon time when I am seated with my parents-in-law.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to buy livestock, start up a small business and buy some household items.
