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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686157 UGX ($448 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 different in that I easily cater for my family's needs because I earn daily income from my salon business unlike before I had no source of income.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GD has empowered me financially and now I have a business and there is nothing bad GD has done.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to buy two shaving machines at 380,000ugx, Salon mirrors at 160,000ugx,table at 80,000ugx,Salon supplies 25,500ugx, Solar system at 350,000ugx, and savings worth 647,000ugx.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($468 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that, I have got a peace of mind and owned cattle, good bedding's, clothing plus kitchen utensils that I didn't have before.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received money I became very happy and thanked God for Give Directly.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent by first transfer for purchasing two bulls at 400,000UGX, 3 cows at 600,000UGX, bedding's, clothing, kitchen utensils and have kept 50,000UGX to spend later.
Enrolled
access_time almost 6 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to open up my own business
What is the happiest part of your day?
When my wife cooks delicious food
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
