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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686157 UGX ($448 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 is different than it would have been because I have land and built a house making life a little comfortable.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, givedirectly has done well giving us money to build houses, buy whatever each household needs; and I don't see anything it hasn't done well.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to build a house, and bought a cow as well.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($472 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that my accommodation is upgrading to a better one and I'm living a much more happier life.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the money from Gd I was too excited, screamed on top of my voice together with all my family.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer for building a spacious permanent house because I used to sleep in a dilapidated structure.
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access_time 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i am faced with is inadequacy of money.
I have always wanted to do business but I do not have capital to start it up.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the noon time when I have had a meal.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means i Will be able to start up a produce business in the near by centre.
