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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1661910 UGX ($451 USD)
access_time almost 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 has greatly improved in that I was able to partially buy my plot land. This has given me tremendous happiness as I will not be fighting with my relatives for additional land. Before getting this money, quarrels were inevitable as the farm land is limited and everyone banks their hope in it.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion GiveDirectly has done well by giving me money that has enabled me to fullfil my late brother's request of educating my nephews and buying a plot of land.
On the other hand, GiveDirectly has done nothing bad.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer Ugx 1200000 to partially pay for a plot of land.
I then used the balance to pay fees for my orphaned nephews.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1728300 UGX ($462 USD)
access_time 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I am very happy that the cash transfer enabled me to acquire an ox and clear my old debts. I am now debt free and I feel socially independent because I no longer have to borrow money to sustain my life.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I received a mobile money notification at night but did not read it. However, the next day, I called my daughter in-law who informed me that GiveDirectly had sent me money. I was very happy because the cash transfer was going to relieve me from debts.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first cash transfer to purchase an ox worth UGX 1200000 and I paid an old debt worth UGX 500000.
Enrolled
access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
My plan is to build ironroofed house with the transfers. The main reason is getting thatching grass is too difficult now days.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of the day is afternoon when Iam chatting interesting stories with neighbours.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is lack of money for build ironroofed house for my self.
