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Betonda
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Country:
uganda
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Occupation:
Subsistence farming
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Age:
38
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Eastern Uganda
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1685137 UGX ($448 USD)
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over 5 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
When i need sugar or salt its available. Standards of living are so much better than it was. I now sleep on a good mattress.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GD has helped me to transform my life. They give money to the needy. I see nothing bad with GD.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used part of the money to repair my house, am going to construct a latrine and one tenement. I used some for tuition for my children.
Initial Payment
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1754517 UGX ($468 USD)
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almost 6 years ago
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almost 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced is failure to fully educate my children.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when I receive visitors and we chat for a while.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I have to utilise it and make sure that I support my home to live a better life starting up an enterprise.
