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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660965 UGX ($451 USD)
access_time 5 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
If I had never recieved the transfer, I would not be as healthy as I am now. Before, even feeding was a problem.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, givedirectly has done well giving us money that has greatly improved standard of living in the area.
However, givedirectly has done nothing bad.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on platering my house. I needed it to look nice and beautiful just like other people's houses.
I then bought some household items such as bedings, utensils among others.
I then got land that I will use until my money is given back. This will help me to cultivate for a long time and increase food production in my household.
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 is that I am healthy and happy. I am now stress free because I bought two oxen that have simplified agriculture for me.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt so happy that day. I remember I was jubilating the whole day when I received the money.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent 1,600,000 ugx to purchase two oxen. Then I spent the balance of 100,000 ugx to purchase household items.
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access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to buy a piece of land, oxen, and an ox-plough to support my cultivation activity.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest in the evening when I am seated with my husband.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is inadequacy of land for cultivation.
