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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($404 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 finishing i.e. cementing the floor and plastering the walls of my newly constructed house. I also bought a cow for rearing as an investment.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
The house my parents and I were living in was small and it had weak walls that looked like they would collapse any minute and we would still be living in such a house however my life is different because with the transfers i received I constructed a descent house for my family and we now sleep comfortably.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GD does well by giving us money and letting us decide how to use it.
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 building a 4 room house. Previously I was staying in a tiny house where I could not host even a visitor and this had affected my social life.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Owning a spacious secure house is the biggest difference in my daily life. My friends, relatives and in-laws now respect me because I am now man enough.
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 buying iron sheets and bricks as I prepare to build a better house. The one I am staying in is so small and weak. I also bought a mattress so that I can sleep comfortably.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
When I received my money, I was so excited and I jumped like a calf. I least expected this and how I wish you were here to see how I acted.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to spend my transfer on buying land and construct my home because I am staying in my father's compound and the balance to buy some livestock and furniture.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is buying mattress and bed because I was sleeping on mat.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is making ends meet because I have no job which can support my life.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the morning when I am making bricks for sell.
