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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660965 UGX ($453 USD)
access_time almost 6 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 the family is happy especially my wife whom I surprised with a gomesi (traditional wear). I will no longer be getting heavy loans as I used to.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion Give Directly did well to give me money that has developed me having acquired some assets. There is nothing that they are doing bad.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer for buying livestock at UGX 1,517,000 ,food at UGX 76,000, clothes at UGX 20,000 and transport UGX 20,000.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($469 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is happiness because this money has reduced my financial difficulties.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money, I felt so happy and thank God for bringing givedirectly to us.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to buy livestock, bought household items like mattress, and paid school fees.
Enrolled
access_time 6 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means i will pay school fees for my children.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the afternoon while teaching My pupils.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship in life is lack of enough capacity to educate my children.
