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 ($403 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 my medication and feeding after contracting a strange disease that is failing to cure. I get treatment at Iganga Main Hospital and buy medicine that is prescribed by the doctors.
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 now have some relief and can afford paying for medication otherwise I would be dead long ago. I can also afford feeding as advised by the medical personnel in relation to my sickness.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly does well to give aid to all people without discrimination and without conditioning it.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($420 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used my second transfer on construction.vi wanted to have a beautiful house like for others in the village.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my life is building a house that i have wanted for a long time. thanks to GD
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 bought bricks and a solar panel in my first transfer I need to build a big house to accommodate my 6 children
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I plan to start on the house construction project in my next transfer. Also my husband will use part of the money to start a carpentry shop
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend the transfer on expanding my house because it is not enough for our big family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement was getting married to my husband.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in life was when my husband got another wife.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is evening time because it is when I rest from my work.
