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Newsfeed > Juma's Profile
Juma's family
Juma
landscapeCountry:
uganda
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
23
workCampaign
Standard Uganda
There will be no further updates from this completed recipient.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686157 UGX ($441 USD)
access_time almost 6 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 different in that I bought a motorcycle which is generating income for my family. Had I not received these cash transfers, I would be very desperate and in a sorry state.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Give directly is doing only good things through giving cash transfers to the people.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent 1,600,000 ugx of my second transfer to purchase a motorcycle and the balance to buy food for my family.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($473 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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The recipient was not asked any questions as part of this follow up.
 
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access_time over 6 years ago
 
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I am faced with is lack of land for cultivation.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the noon time when I have had a meal.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to buy a piece of land, buy oxen for ploughing.