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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686157 UGX ($451 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
i have bought my animals, bought back my piece of land life has really changed.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
what GD has done well is to give us assistance of cash. everything is well nothing bad
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I bought back my piece land that i used as collateral security for paying my tuition at 1200000, i also bought a cow at 350000 and i also bought clothes at 20000 then i have a balance of 30000.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1719800 UGX ($445 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that, my dressing has improved and am a happy person nowadays.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment i recieved my money, i was so happy that i didn't go to work early morning as i normally do.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to buy two bulls, oxen plough, a bed and clothes for my self.
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access_time 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i face is lack of money to enable me buy land for farming.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of the day is evening houres after days activities, i relax and rest.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means to buy land. This land i will use it for farming purposes like cropping .
