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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660965 UGX ($451 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?
My life is now different in that, my standard of living has improved for the better. This is because, I have been able to acquire valuables in my house and also been in position to take my children to better schools and some in boarding. This has contributed to a peace of mind which has left my life more healthy due to lack of stress.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give directly has done well in developing the poor communities to the level of urban centers. On the other hand, Give directly has done nothing wrong.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I have spent my second transfer on paying my children's school fees and school supplies worth Ugx724000. I also spent Ugx249000 on household goods and I'm planning to spend the balance on completing the payment of my children's school fees.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($470 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The first biggest difference is that my children are at school and studying well because I was able to pay their school fees.
Secondly I am stress free and happy because I was able to clear all my debts.
Thirdly I can now afford good food for my family with the income I earn from my tailoring business.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I saw the mobile money message, I became so happy and relieved.
I was so worried that my children were going to miss out on their exams because of lack of schools.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent 957,500 ugx to pay my children's school fees and I spent 300,000 ugx to purchase cloth materials.
I also paid off a debt worth 400,000 ugx then the balance I spent on purchasing house hold items.
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access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to improve on my tailoring business, build a better house and pay school fees for my children.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when my children come back from school.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is inadequacy of money to cater for the scholastic needs of my children.
