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 ($400 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 buying 2 cows for rearing. I did this as an investment since i will sell these in the future and get money.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I would be worrying about how to get a bigger house since i was tired of my small house however my life is now different ever since I received transfers because my dream came to pass and I have now got a big house.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion GD does well by visiting us down in the village as this shows that they really care about us.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($423 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on completing payment of my plot of land and building a 2 room house. Previously, I have been renting in the noisy centre.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is migrating from a rented house in the noisy centre to my own house in a quiet place where I enjoy my peace.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($113 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on buying a calf for rearing. I am planning to sell it at a later date when it's value increases and I will buy land.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt so happy when I received the money that i immediately told my husband and we drafted the budget that night.
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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 buying some animals to rear like pigs and goats.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is the birth of my first child.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life was when my mother got so sick five months ago. I was really worried about her.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is evening time because this when I rest and am able to enjoy my life.
