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Stephen's family
Stephen
landscapeCountry:
uganda
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
25
workCampaign
Standard Uganda
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660965 UGX ($448 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?
Currently, my life has changed in that, I feed well because I make money with the motor cycle I bought using GiveDirectly's cash transfer. Previously, I used to struggle to find means of getting food for the family.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly does well to give money directly through electronic device. individuals access their money through mobile money. I do not know what GiveDirectly has failed to do well.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second cash transfer for paying a debt for the money I borrowed for buying a motor cycle that I am using for boda boda transport business. I then spent part of it for buying food for the family.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1728300 UGX ($471 USD)
access_time 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 can now make money on a daily basis using the motor cycle that I bought with the support of GiveDirectly cash transfer. Before I received this cash transfer, I used to depend on rain fed agriculture that was not reliable and sustainable all the year round.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my first cash transfer, it was amazing, fun and a bove all, I felt I had achieved my goal of acquiring a new motor cycle. The motor cycle is now helping me in making daily income that helps on meeting family needs.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first cash transfer worth UGX 1,700,000 for completing payment of a motor cycle that I am using for transport business.
 
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access_time over 5 years ago
 
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I will use the money for building ironroofed house for my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest moments is always evenings hours. It's the time I spend with my spouse interracting and smiling.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is serious bitting poverty. My family can not even afford agood meal and lacks gardens to dig.