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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660965 UGX ($449 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 because I have implemented a business plan that I had and I'm hopeful that it will generate income for my family. I used to have business ideas but did not have capital, I thank GiveDirectly for making my dream come true.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly does well to keep a high level of confidentiality when they are carrying out investigation during enrollment .I haven't seen any thing they are not doing well.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used UGX 800,000 of my second transfer for topping up the first transfer for starting up a mobile money business. I have saved UGX 550,000, spent UGX 25,000 on transport, UGX 32,000 on purchase of clothes. Paid school fees of UGX 200,000 and bought umbrella at UGX 25,000.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1728300 UGX ($470 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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The recipient was not asked any questions as part of this follow up.
Enrolled
access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means starting up a mobile money business such that I am able to generate money and get back to school.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I listen to radio programmes.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is inability to meet daily basic needs .This is because I don't have any reliable source of income.
