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?
I spent my third transfer on completing my house which i had built up the wall plate. I roofed it and plastered it so now it's better.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than it would have have been if I never received the transfer because I have managed to build a house and complete it which would have been hard since am a woman.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion Give Directly does well to fairly select people to get the money. All the people who got it deserved it and those who didn't get did not want. It's fair in its selection unlike other organizations that consider relatives first.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($419 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I bought more iron sheets in my second transfer in addition to the ones that I had bought in my first transfer. I also bought timber for roofing my house. I hope to live better when my house is roofed
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I live with hope and my future is bright since I have managed to start on the roofing of my house.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($118 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on buying iron sheets because i had an unfinished house that had over stayed without being roofed.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend my second transfer to buy more Iron sheets and cement to enable me finish roofing my house.
I will also buy an ox-plough and a cow that will enable me dig people's gardens for money.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on building a house and the remaining balance I will invest in agriculture.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is educating my three sons and all graduated. The oldest son is teacher and the other two are accountants.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is paying school fees for my children.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening when I am having a meal with my children and husband.
