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 ($404 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
Well , doors and Windows! I spent my third transfer on buying doors and Windows for my kitchen .
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different since i have been able to cement my house , build a kicthen because i used not to cook whenever it rains due to leakage. Am happy. Thanks
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Yes ,I praise GD for being transparent since all their promises were fulfilled
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($421 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($112 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I used my first transfer to construct a kitchen because I was cooking from outside and during rain I couldn't cook, but now that issue was solved.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was at home cleaning my house and I saw light on my phone. I did not have a single cent but I saw ugx 400.000 on my phone I was happy.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to construct a house for my family since the one i stay in, we share with my other co-wives which is congested.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
I am proud that i was able to educate some of my children to the level of Uganda Certificate of Education.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I am not owning anything like a property upto now, since in our community everything belongs to the man.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am always happy during afternoon hours, when am having lunch with my family.
