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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686157 UGX ($454 USD)
access_time over 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 tremendously improved in that, I'm now a very respected and loved man by my in laws. This is because I treated my mother and sister in law when they were admitted in the hospital. In addition, I bought pigs that I hope to sell in the future and buy cows for paying my wife's bride price. Previously, I never had money to buy livestock.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GiveDirectly has done well by giving me the money that I used for treating my in laws who were at a point of death due to illness. On the other hand; GiveDirectly has done everything well.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer for treating my in laws at ugx 1080000, supported my brother in law for his traditional marriage with Ugx 240000. I rented an acre of land at Ugx 100000 and spent the balance on food and a few household items.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($473 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my life so far is that my life is relaxed because I have money to cater for my food and family needs.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was overjoyed and from that moment I knew my life was going to be comfortable.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I am planning to make bricks and purchase iron sheets with my first cash transfer.
Enrolled
access_time over 6 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to build a good sleeping house.
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 wife after morning activities.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is inadequacy of resources to facilitate my marriage.
