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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660965 UGX ($453 USD)
access_time 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 better than before in that, I commenced the construction of a permanent house. This has made me live a happy life because, I never had the money to build a better house than the dilapidated structure am currently staying in.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly through the unconditional transfers, has done good by enabling me begin the construction of a permanent house. On the other hand, I'm very grateful because GiveDirectly has done everything well so far.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on building materials such as iron sheets, timber and nails at UGX 1040000. I intend to spend the balance of UGX 592000 on more construction materials.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($470 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in daily life is that, I'm happy all the time because I have got money which I use to support my family.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money,I felt happy.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I have spent my first transfer on buying building materials bricks at 400,000ugx, iron sheets at 1,000,000,household goods mattress at 120,000ugx,clothes at 25,000ugx and the balance 155,000ugx
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access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means i will build a permanent house for our family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the morning when I wake up healthy for my daily works.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is accessing basic needs given our poor condition as a family.
