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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1662250 UGX ($450 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?
My life is much different compared to the past. I officially married my wife and we are happily living together. I also rennovated my house and it looks much comfortable and habitable.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly does so well to send cash transfers to the poor. GiveDirectly has so far done only good deeds for the community.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent the second cash transfer to purchase livestock and clothes.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1730250 UGX ($468 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My daily life has changed in that, I live a much happier life than I used to. This is because, I met the basic needs that I couldn't before due to lack of money.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was overwhelmed with joy the time I received the money. The reason is that, my standard of living was too low and I knew this money was going to turn it around.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I used my first transfer to renovate my iron roofed house, to buy bed, mattress, bed sheets, and clothes.
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access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to build my own house.
The house that I currently sleep in was built by my father and I feel I should also own one since I am now a married man.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest in the morning when I wake up healthy.
This is because I will be in position to accomplish my tasks of the day.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is lack of money that would otherwise enable me to build my own house.
The little money that I earn from casual labour is too little to build a house.
I am only occupying this house because I don't have the capacity to build my own.
