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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660300 UGX ($448 USD)
access_time 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 in that, I have improved status in the community due to the cow that I have acquired and the house that I have renovated. Prior to receiving this cash transfer, I had low status in the community and I used to stay in a leaky grass thatched house.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly has done well through giving unconditional cash transfer to the poorest of the poor like me that I have spent on acquiring items that I had lacked like a bull and cows. I have not seen what they have not failed to do well.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second cash transfer for buying a cow that is acting as a saving for my household and for milk production. I paid a debt for the money that I had borrowed for meeting medical bills for my wife. I renovated my grass thatched house that I sleep in and sugar for the family.
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 have bought the cow and household items which have brought happiness to the family. As a father my children are proud of me.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer I felt happy and inside my heart I knew that time had come for me to buy what I desired.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer for buying a cow at UGX 900,000, clothes at UGX 100,000. I paid a debt of UGX 600,000, Iam currently using UGX 100,000 as capital for runing a business of produce.
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access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Recieving this money means i will build a permanent house for my family
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening while the weather is cool enough.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship in my life is lack of proper shelter for my family plus general welfare.
