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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660965 UGX ($454 USD)
access_time over 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 in that my in-laws are happy and they respect me because they know that I now have the cattle and goats which I'm going to give to them as dowry for their daughter. I'm also happy to stay with with my wife to be a head of the our traditional marriage preparations and this could not be possible with out GD cash transfers. Thanks to GD and the team.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GD has elevated the majority of the people out of poverty because we have built good houses, bought animals to rear and some people have bought land, and there is nothing bad GD has done.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to buy cows worth UGX 1,500,000 and goats at UGX 132,000.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($466 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in daily life is that, my standard of living has improved hence a much more happy life.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the money, I felt very excited.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on livestock, house hold utensils and clothes. I have also saved small portion for future use.
Enrolled
access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means i will marry a wife by paying bride price.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the afternoon while playing football with my friends.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is lack of basic needs to sustain my life.
