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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($400 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my last transfer on house expansion I added two bed rooms to my house which was initially two bedroomed, making it 4 rooms. I also bought a cow, food and paid medical bills for my child.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
After adding two rooms to our house our life changed as our children got there room. Initially we were sharing one room with my 3children and husband and this was so disturbing to me. I also got a matress and threw away the papyrus bedddings. Life changed totally .
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirecrly does well to allow us decide on how to use the transfers which has enabled us to develop our selves.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($422 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used my second transfer to buy builsing materials like sand, bricks, iron roofs among others so that i can build when i get my next transfer to help me move out of my inlaw's house
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Tje biggest difference in my daily life is having bought the materials, i have hope that i will soon build that gives me a strong feeling
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($113 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
It was food, mattress and bedsheets! I spent my first transfer on food because we had nothing like food at home before this money. I also bought a mattress and bedsheets and I am happy.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was sleeping and I heard an in-coming message on my phone, I checked it and was money from GiveDirectly. I was so happy.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to use the first transfer to buy some household items we are lacking in my home like mattresses, chairs, etc and the remaining transfers, I wish to construct a house and move out of this rental with my family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The birth of my three children so far is my proudest achievement.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The death of both my parents is the biggest hardship I have encountered in my life.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is after noon time because this is when I work and take care of my family.
