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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?
My life is now different in that, I'm living a stress free life because I can afford basic necesities like medical and food. In the past, I couldn't provide all these due to lack of money and this usually led to stress and me coveting my neighbours.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
According to me, GiveDirectly has done well to give me the transfer that has met most of my basic needs like food and medical amon others. GiveDirectly has also brought peace in many of the families in the community by giving them money that has reduced household conflicts due to lack of basic needs. On the other, am very happy with everything that GiveDirectly has done.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to complete the construction ot the permanenet house Ugx 800000; paid school fees of Ugx 500000. I also paid labour that cleared the farm land Ugx 70000 and I'm planning to spend the balance on cultivatimg food crops.
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, the quality of life has generally improved because I received a peace of mind and can feed well. In the past, I used to worry a lot over how to meet my family needs, being a single mother.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the money, I felt very happy. In fact due to the over excitement, I ululated as I ran around my house several times while praising the Lord. This is because, previously I was overwhelmed with problems that needed the money.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I have spent my first transfer to pay back a loan of Ugx500000, paid my child's school fees worth Ugx500000. I also bought four jerrycans of paint worth Ugx280000 and the rest of the money was spent on medical bills.
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access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means i will pay for my children education and some for treatment.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the afternoon while sharing with my friends and family.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is living a single life as widow challenges my capacity to raise children alone
