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
1660965 UGX ($449 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent part of my second cash transfer to buy a bag, saucepans and food for the family. However I am planning to spend the larger portion of the cash transfer to construct a two roomed iron roofed house.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GiveDirectly does well when it sends the poor direct cash transfers to their phones. The cash transfers have raised up many poverty stricken families. GiveDirectly has been a blessing for us.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
For the past years I have been living in abject poverty. I could not afford all the house hold items that I have. I am happy because GiveDirectly empowered me with the cash transfers that enabled me to purchase an ox and pay school fees for my children. More so, I am happy that GiveDirectly gave me a phone that has connected me with my relatives. Previously, I did not own a phone and It was hard to communicate. I used to do a lot of casual labour so as to make ends meet.
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.
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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 is the illness of the waist which limits my input into agticultural work.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening after work because everybody is relaxing.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
When i receive this money, i will buy cows and an ox-plough that will help in Agriculture.
