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James
landscapeCountry:
uganda
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
45
workCampaign
Standard Uganda
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Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1730250 UGX ($471 USD)
access_time over 4 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life is much better because through this cash transfer, I was enable to register my daughter who completed senior four for hair dressing course at Kampala youth center. I am now very happy that her future is bright since she is acquiring hands on skill which will sustain her. Previously, I could not raise school fees for her to continue with her A-level studies. In addition, I have made bricks for building a better structure.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money, I felt happy because I was sure of registering my daughter for a course. Before, I failed to raise fees for her A-level.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on paying tuition for my daughter who is undertaking hair dressing course at Kampala youth center worth UGX 460,000, paid hostel fee worth 460,000, paid for her meals worth UGX 80,000, bought institution supplies worth UGX 350,000, bought her a phone worth UGX 40,000, paid labour for making bricks worth UGX, 90,000, paid transport costs worth UGX 90,000 and bought food worth UGX 130,000.
 
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access_time almost 5 years ago
 
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means supporting my children to continue with their education so they may have better earning jobs.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening having finished garden work and spending time with friends.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship faced is the financial related, in that I don't earn enough to be able to see my children complete their education.