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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686157 UGX ($449 USD)
access_time 6 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 different than it would have been because I got back the land I had mortgaged, am also so proud of the animals I bought and am able to feed well.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly did well to allow me spend my transfer as I wished. There is nothing they are not doing well.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer for buying two cows ,household items(bed, mattress, bed sheets) and food.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($465 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life in that, I have now got more land that will help me in large scale cultivation. Before, I just used to cultivate with in my compound.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I recieved my money, I felt so happy about it.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on getting back my land that I had been given out earlier for marrying my husband's elder brother's wife.
I also bought a bull that will by next year help and start ploughing.
I then bought some household items such as bedding, and utensils.
The used part of the balance to help in the funeral arrangements of my nephew.
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access_time over 6 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will buy household items.
What is the happiest part of your day?
When I have what to eat
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
