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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660300 UGX ($443 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 changed for the better in that, I have bought a plot of land that I plan to build a commercial house for operating my business(shop). I have also owned descent beddings and clothes. Before receiving this transfer, I didn't have hope of buying a plot of land in the trading center because I didn't have enough money and I didn't have descent clothes and beddings.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GiveDirectly did well to give me cash that has greatly improved my standard of living. GiveDirectly has only done well to me.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to pay for the plot of land, bought clothes,household items(utensils, bedding) and food.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1728300 UGX ($471 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I am very happy because I dress, feed and sleep better, life is nolonger looking dull, it's like my spirit is rejuvenated.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
That moment I received my money, I felt so happy because I was afraid that I would be among those that will miss out since rumours have it that not every body will benefit.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to buy household items like mattress, clothes and utensils, food and the balance of Ugx 1500000 is saved to top up with second transfer to buy a plot of land.
Enrolled
access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to buy some livestock and household items for example beddings and utensils.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest in the afternoon when I am seated with my co-wife and neighbours.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is sickness.
My children are so sickly and yet there is no clear source of getting money to take care of the medical bills.
