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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
4733450 UGX ($1222 USD)
access_time 6 months ago
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What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have spent most of it on buying land and livestock
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
It did so well by giving me cash, and I was able to make the best decisions that are very impactful to me My family
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I hope to expand my plot this year and do a great harvest next year
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
2339550 UGX ($614 USD)
access_time 8 months ago
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What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought land and cow. I also bought food for my family
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
I have land where I can cultivate food. I also have food at home, and I can also afford some basic requirements for my family
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy
Enrolled
access_time 12 months ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I have sick person my follower, he's been down Oct Iast year. I take care of him and feeding as well. I struggle a little because the burden of care is big.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Food from my garden for some months
What do you plan to do with the cash transfer?
Land in big size for both my children and family.
A cow for milk and building a house
