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Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1730250 UGX ($470 USD)
access_time 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that, I acquired materials that I intend to use for constructing an iron roofed house once I get my second transfer. Furthermore, I have got additional piece of land that will boost my food crop production. Prior to receiving this transfer, I didn't have enough money to buy construction materials and for getting a piece of land.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money, I was overwhelmed my joy because I had got the money that would enable me construction an iron roofed house.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent UGX 500,000 of my first transfer to deposit for land that I intend to buy and UGX 1,150,000 I bought bricks, timber, mattress, bed, bed sheets and food. I have not yet spent UGX 50,000 but I plan to spend it for buying utensils, Jerry can and clothes.
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access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that I have got an opportunity to build an iron roofed house because getting grass for tharching is becoming difficult and expensive.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is evening because it will find all the family members around and we can share ideas and even joke to make fun.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i have faced in my life is sickness and sometimes drought that affects the harvests.
