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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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($423 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer to start building rental houses which will generate more income in the near future. I also used some of the money to add capital into my business which is a daily income source for my household
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life would is different as I have now set up rental houses which I wouldn't have built in case I hadn't received the money
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GiveDirectly did everything well
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($422 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying a piece of land so that I can build my house and stop renting
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my life is I have been ble to boost my drug shop business which has enabled me increase my family income. I am happy that I can sustain my family and live a better life.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($118 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
School fees bed cloths for the wife treatment and 30 iron sheets
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
Buying a plot
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to spend the transfer on buying a plot of land and constructing because currently I am renting.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is successfully finishing my studies upto university, because I did not expect that I would accomplish it.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Sickness of my daughter has been the biggest hardship I have faced. It is suspected to be epilepsy that is affecting her.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The evening is the happiest part of my day because we sit as a family and share about our day.
