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 ($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 starting a home use merchandise business at home which brings money in the family every day. I repaired my house and constructed a latrine at home.
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 have a business which gives me daily income and which has saved the village from moving long distances to buy home use items.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly does well to fulfil its programmes transparently as communicated during barazas. According to me, there is nothing it does not do well.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($424 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on paying school fees for my children. I am currently constructing a pit latrine for my family since the previous one was almost full and its hygiene was bad so this worried me so much especially since I mind my children's health.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Handling 1,500,000 Ushs that is actually mine is the biggest difference In my life. I had never held such money in my entire life.
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 paying school fees for my children and bought some food for my children.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt excited when i received my money.I
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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 plastering my house, buy beddings for the children and also start up a business to bring in income daily.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I am proudest of farming because it has enabled me to build the house we live in and my family.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life being operated all the time i have given birth to the extent the doctor stopped me from giving birth i stop with the children i have sk far. This has affected me in a way that i can not over work.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I and my family are alive and healthy.
