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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1652800 UGX ($453 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying a cow worth 760,000 ugx then I spent 100,000 ugx on my treatment. Then the balance I am spending it finishing my house.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Give directly did well to give me money which has enabled me build a house and treat myself.
However there is no bad thing that I can say about give directly.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I would have died if it was not for this money.
My health has improved and I am very grateful towards give directly. Everything that I own now is all because of the assistance that give directly sent to me.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1719800 UGX ($469 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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access_time over 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is lack of money to buy livestock.I have been longing to own livestock. which livestock, I would use some cows for milk, others to cater for my sons traditional marriages since they have reached an age of owning up independent families.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is after hearing biblical teachings.This is usually from my church members when they visit me or during church meetings.This makes me happy and joyful since these teachings encourage and build my mind.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means buying cows purposely for milk production. These cows will generate for my household milk for both home consumption and sell. This will hence be, my household's source of income to buy food, washing soap and clothes.
