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 ($402 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 buying a plot of land (40 ft x 100ft) as an asset in preparation for building a house in a spacious place.
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 hold respect in the community since I also have an asset that can be my security if I decide to get a loan.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly does well to give money to recipients without restrictions and after teaching them in barazas.
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 buying a plot of land because I didnot have my own place since I have been staying with my grand mother my entire life.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Being able to get what I did Not have(my own land) and yet it's what I have always wanted is the biggest difference in my life.
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?
Buying beddings since I was sleeping on the mat that's what i spent my first transfer on.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
When i recieved my money i felt so happy since i knew i was going to get things i didn't have.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on expanding my business of whole selling food stuffs and also buy land for more farming.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I am proudest of is my cow. Before getting one i sold the chickens, goats then later got my current cow.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life was when my mother separated with my father. I was only ten years old and i missed the love and care from my mother.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening when i have finished digging in my garden. I usually go and play football with my friends
