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
1449800 UGX ($401 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on renovating my house by plastering it and I also some animals like a cow and a goat
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 if I never received the transfer because I have been able to help in feeding my family and getting basic needs that i didn't have.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion Give Directly does well to give money on time and at discrete hours so the number of thrifty cases also was minimized.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($423 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
Okay,land,school fees ,clothes and food .I spent my second transfer on buying a plot of land so that i can expand on my small land,paid school fees for 4 children since their father had passed on 5 years ago.I also bought children clothes and food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Taking back my children to school as well as possessing a land are the biggest differences in my daily life.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($112 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
Oh yes, cementing my house! I used the first transfer to cement my house because it was dusty, but bit is now clean and I am happy.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
Being a poor widow at home a lone brings much thoughts that can keep you worried, I was in this situation! In this very moment, I received money on my phone from GiveDirectly and this money renewed me. I felt new and much young. I was happy!
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend the transfer on improving my house by cementing.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is the birth of my nine children who I am proud of.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in life was the abrupt death of my husband sixteen years ago.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is afternoon because this is when I be with my grandchildren and play with them.
