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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686157 UGX ($460 USD)
access_time 5 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 I am now living a confident life as I own my personal plot of land that I will construct on soon and move out my uncles' land. Before getting this plot of land, I used to stay with my uncles who pressured me to leave their home and get my own as they said they could not keep me for long since they also had their own children.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly has done well by giving money into my community that has enabled people to improve their standard of living in terms of housing, assets among others. To me, it has helped give a sense of belonging as I have managed to get my personal plot of land.
On the other hand, GiveDirectly has done all its work well.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent most of my second transfer to buy a plot of land at Ugx 1200000 and then later bought a female calf at Ugx 330000. I used the balance to cater for my personal needs like buying clothes, utensils and feeding.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1719800 UGX ($447 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that am very happy now day than before, because this transfer has enabled me own land and dress well.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I recieved my first transfer I became very happy.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer for buying a plot of land at 1,280,000Ugx that am planning to establish a home, because I didn't have my own land. I also bought a cow at 240,000Ugx and balance I spent on buying bedings plus clothes for my self.
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access_time 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i face is poverty. Am really poor with no help since my father abandoned me.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Am always happier after a days meal and this is in the afternoon.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I intend to spend my transfers for buying a plot of land. This plot i shall develope it later.
