We check in with people at each stage of the cash transfer process to see how things are going. Take a look at some of their stories as they appear here in real-time.
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1685137 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?
The difference in my life is that I have now managed to archieve my personal land where I can also practice my agriculture without renting land for it which has brought a lot hope and happiness in my life.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly used a unique way of helping us by giving us the phones where we are to receive our money through mobile money without third party. Hence minimizing on crimes and misunderstanding which would occure between village member.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used the whole of it to buy a piece land.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($468 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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The recipient was not asked any questions as part of this follow up.
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access_time almost 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is failure to have my own transport means like say a bicycle.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when I meet my peers in the trading centre and we chat.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means elevating my current economic status to a better one.
