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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686157 UGX ($448 USD)
access_time over 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 now different in that, I have been able to start up a produce business that is going to generate daily income for my family in the near future as compared to the past when I never had a source of income.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give directly has done well by giving out money to the poor. And according to me there is nothing bad that GD has done.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on finishing the payment of a motor bike, on food, bought a trip of sand and five bags of cement for renovating my house. I started up my produce business with part of this transfer and acquired a goat a s well.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($476 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is peace of mind, because there's harmony between me and my spouse, unlike before, and we now feed better.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money, i felt so happy that i kept on jumping out of joy.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I haven't spent my first transfer yet, but i intend to buy a cow, a piece of land for growing food crops and household items.
Enrolled
access_time almost 6 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I will upgrade my household
What is the happiest part of your day?
In the evening because I will be going to rest after a day's work
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
