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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($399 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 constructing a house because my previous house was small and grass thatched so I turned it to a kitchen.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I would still be living in my kitchen like house however when I received transfers i constructed a bigger house where I am currently staying and as a result my life is different.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion GD does well by giving us phones because i personally had none.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($423 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to buy a plot of land for agriculture and staying on since the land I had was too small. I used the rest of the money to buy building materials for my kitchen since I didn't have one
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I now own land for agriculture and staying on.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($112 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 plastering my house because it was looking bad but now it looks nice
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
That moment when I received my money I felt really happy because at first people thought it was a fake program, so me getting the money is something that made me feel really happy and glad I accepted the program. Thank you give directly
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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 setting up a shop business through which I will support my family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I was able to build myself a house two years ago.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is sickness due to ulcers and pressure which affect me frequently.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day of my day is night time because this is when I get time to rest.
