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 ($401 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on starting 2 businesses; a video library and an eatery in Namusiisi centre. These employ me and enable me earn daily income.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than it would have been if I never received the transfer in that I am now employed and I employ other people in my businesses started using the transfer. My standards of living have greatly improved.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly does well to enroll all recipients free of charge and making the entire process transparent. All was perfect with the programme.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($423 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I havent used my second transfer yet. Iam planning to buy a plt of land and havent found one yet.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference differnce in my life is yet to come when i get my piece of land and do enough farming for my family
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($111 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
Yes, on a chapatt and rolled cooking business. This business will bring more income for myself-sustainability. I am happy.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was calling a friend and after calling, I received a message from GiveDirectly that contained money. I was happy with a big smile.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to put the transfer in my mobile money business such that I can revive it after it had collapsed due to lack of funds. This will help me support myself.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I managed to acquire myself a place in which I could do my mobile money business in our trading center.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My dropping out of school due to lack of school fees is the biggest hardship I have faced in life because I really wanted to stay in school.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Afternoon time is my happiest part of the day because this is when I do my work from which I earn my living.
