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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660965 UGX ($442 USD)
access_time almost 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 a lot because with this transfer, I managed to plaster my house which makes it is beautiful and safe. Lizards no longer disturb me because the wall is smooth making their movement on it difficult. On top of this, I paid my children's school fees in advance and I am happy. Prior to receiving the transfer, the wall to my house was exposed to the rains which was weakening the it. Additionally, the issue of school fees used to bother me and I was not at peace.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly does well to follow me up to find out how we spent the transfer and if we got any trouble with it. I'm happy with their work and I have nothing against them.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent UGX 1,200,000 0f my second transfer for paying school fees. I bought a cow of UGX 432,000.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1728300 UGX ($471 USD)
access_time 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest diffence in my daily life is that I feel relieved because I was overloaded with a burden of school fees and house construction. I have already done house plastering and am so happy.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the mobile money message, I gave some one to help me check my account balance and when he told me there was money, I ululated in jubilation and I thanked God.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer for renovating my house, buying household items, making bricks which I intend to use for constructing a house for my son and I hired farm land.
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access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means i pay school fees and the balance i will renovate our family house
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the afternoon while sharing stories with my children.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship in life is living Positively with H.I.V
