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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($401 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on completing my house which I started using the first transfers. I also bought a motorcycle to support my family with daily income.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than it would have been if I never received the transfer in that I now get daily income in my family and we stay in a strong descent house which was a long time dream.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly does well not to be discouraged by the refusals and devil allegations in the community but instead proceed with their programme.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($424 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on constructing a big house(4 rooms) since the family is big compared to the small grass thatched house. Grass that is we use for roofing our house is also scarce these days.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Being able to send my kids to school is the biggest difference in my life. I was Not sure if they would go back for the next term however with the transfers I was able to pay their school fees.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($112 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on buying householdings and bought some ironsheets for my house because I was sleeping in grassed house.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I feel better since am now sleeping in a comfortable house which is roofed with nice households thanks.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
For my first transfer I wish to spend it on paying school fees for my children which are demanded of me from their schools. Then the following transfers, I wish to buy building materials to construct a bigger house for my family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I reared some chicken at home and managed to get a goat from their sale.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My children usually get sick and their conditions worry me because most of then can convulse in sickness.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is evening time because this is when I rest from my day's.
