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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1661910 UGX ($450 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 different because GiveDirectly has given me a much higher step to accomplish my project of constructing house. If it was not of this transfers, It would have taken me many years to achieve my dream of building a iron roofed house. My standards of living improved when I received this transfers because I could afford anything I prefered like food, Household items among others. Lastly, I live a more stress free life because I was able to clear my debt therefore I bond with my creditors freely as compared to the past when I could dodge their phone calls whenever they called.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly's approach of direct cash transfers was wonderful other than using other channels which could have diverted cash for something else could have jeopardised the program. Secondly GiveDirectly's staff were very specific while conducting their work and were very friendly. However, GiveDirectly in my opinion should have enrolled even youths who still live with their parents because they are unable to take care of themselves.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I bought building materials like bricks, cement and the remaining money I used on feeding.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1728300 UGX ($462 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that, I eat a balanced diet and I enjoy peace from my neighborhood as well. In the past, I scarcely fed on a balance diet since I had little money with a lot of needs to meet like school fees. In addition, my neighbors used to fight frequently because whenever the women wanted money from their men, it mostly resulted into quarrels and fights.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I knew that I had received the money, I felt very happy. This was a big amount money I which I hadn't received before.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I have spent my first transfer to buy bricks at Ugx 900000, to pay debts worth Ugx 500000 and spent Ugx 300000 on feeding and a clothe.
Enrolled
access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
When I get this money, I will build my house because am still renting.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I wake up healthy.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced is the challenge of paying school fees my children.