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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1661910 UGX ($442 USD)
access_time almost 5 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I am currently sleeping in grass thatch hut that needs yearly renovation but in the process of constructing an iron roofed house. When I shift to my new house, it will relieve me from the burden of renovating my hut yearly. In addition, I have owned a cow for milk. Prior to receiving this cash transfer, I did have enough money to construct an iron roofed house and buying a cow.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GiveDirectly has done well to give me cash that I spent to construct an iron roofed house. GiveDirectly has only done good to me.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to purchase 21 pieces of iron sheets, a cow and saved UGX 123,000 for my treatment.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1728300 UGX ($464 USD)
access_time 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My daily life experience has improved because my health is better. In the past, I ran out of money to treat my chronic leg condition that I have suffered its pain for a long period of time.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I recieved the money, I felt very happy. For I knew I was going to build a permanent house for myself.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on building materials like sand, bricks, cement, etc that I used for constructing a permanent house. I also spent it on medical and a few household items such as mattress and bedsheets.
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access_time 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money will enable me acquire decent shelter and also help to clear medical bills.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I wake up with no pain in my body.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is illness. I feel pain on my right leg which limits my movement.
