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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686517 UGX ($454 USD)
access_time over 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 different in that, I have owned a plot land that am intending to build my home, I also bought a bicycle which has eased my movements and above all this transfer has enabled me get better medical care, I couldn't have done all these had I not received this transfer.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly has done well to give people money directly and giving them an opportunity to decide on how to spend it, and Give Directly has not done any thing bad.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer for purchasing a plot of land at UGX 1,400,000 and UGX 232000 I spent on treatment.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($459 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have peace of mind. Am debt free and I don't beg so much.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer I become so happy.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on purchase of a bicycle at 250,000ugx, solar and a bulb 60,000 . I paid debts and am spending the rest of the money for treating my self.
Enrolled
access_time almost 6 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be in position to build an Iron roofed house
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the afternoons when I have eaten lunch
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is lack of money to buy land for farming.
