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 ($401 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
Well ! a house, I spent my third transfer on building a house because it was my brother accommodating Me with my family. Thanks
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than if i didn't receive a transfer because i wouldn't have built my own house.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Oh yes! In my opinion, GiveDirectly shown its transparency. Thanks
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($424 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent mu second transfer on buying timber, iron sheets and cement to roof my house which was not roofed
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life that I am able to complete my house which would have taken me years since I didn't have the money to complete it.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($112 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on buying iron sheets to finish my incomplete house and also bought beddings for my family members.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
When i recieved my money I felt so happy because i wasn't expecting it since some people didn't receive so i was like "whom am i"
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend the cash transfer on constructing a family house that is spacious enough with some privacy.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
I did purchase a bicycle that helps me to fetch water for home use since the source of water is distant,and also it helps me to transport any of my family members to the health centre for treatment.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i have faced upto now is javing no enough land for farming to feed my family, the one i use i do hire which is very expensive.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am always happy during evening hours when am chatting with my children and wife.
