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 over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on completing my house which I had started using the transfers. Previously I have been staying in my brother's house.
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 now stay in my own house and am more independent unlike before when I used to stay with my brother.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly does well to give unconditional cash transfers without discrimination basing on age or status. There is nothing it does not do well.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($425 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 buying construction materials and also started construction that i hope to complete when i receive my last transfer.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life was when i started construction because i have dreamt abour this for a long time
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 iron sheets because I was tired of a gross thatched house. I also bought solar because paraffin is expensive and dangerous since it can burn houses. More so I was concerned on how to charge my phone and this prompted me to buy solar.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
Am planning to spend my upcoming transfer on building a good house so that I can have a decent home.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend the cash transfer on constructing iron roofed house for my family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
I did have a cow that i used to pay dowry to my wife's parents for marriage.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i have ever faced is having no land for farming.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am always happy during afternoon hours especially after a days garden work.
