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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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1652800 UGX ($452 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
" I spent most of the money in building a commercial house and am planning to use the remaining balance of 200000ugx for agriculture "
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
"Give directly has improved the accommodation for the community members by giving the money that has enabled them to erect permanent houses. On theother hand; give directly has not done anything bad so far."
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
"Givedirectly provided me with the money that helped me to build the commercial house I had struggled to raise in the past."
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1719800 UGX ($471 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?
The biggest hardship i am facing is sickness.
I have got a kidney problem which also requires medical attention.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when i am seated, chatting and planning with my children.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Recieving this money means i will be able to raise a structure in the plot that i have at the centre and use part to cater for medical bills since i have a kidney problem.
