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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($401 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
Oh yes, school fees,a solar panel and a cow! I spent my third transfer on paying my children's school fees for this term, I also bought a solar panel to provide light at home and a cow for rearing.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than If i didn't get a transfer in that i have been able to pay school fees on time,bought a cow and a solar panel.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Am just fill of joy because everything was well.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($424 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying sand and cement which i used in cementing and plastering my house. I also bought two sacks of maize for my family to feed on.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that i was able to take back my child at school and also bought food for my family in this time when food has been scarce in the community.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($112 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on buying cement and also also paid labourers to renovate my house since it was almost falling on us.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt so happy at heart when i received the money however i tried to control the excitement for fear that my pressure would rise.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on paying off school fees for my children. The remaining balance will help me buy some other basics like bedding.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I am proudest of is the ability to plant some coffee. This has helped me to get some earning out of it for making ends meet.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I had a prolonged disease which weakened me. This disease led me to spend a lot of money on hospital bills.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is afternoon hours. This is the time I utilize to be at home and relax after doing my cultivation.
