We check in with people at each stage of the cash transfer process to see how things are going. Take a look at some of their stories as they appear here in real-time.
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1652800 UGX ($452 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I have not yet spent my second transfer, but am planning to buy cement to complete building my simple iron roofed house, and also buy clothing for the family.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, givedirectly has done well giving households money directly to meet their needs,and i have no idea on what it hasn't done well.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than it would have been in that i nolonger carry so many worries about life, i feel happy and free of stress.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1719800 UGX ($474 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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access_time over 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i face is lack of money to buy food and other basic needs for my family, so my family lives in absolute poverty.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of the day is morning hours. This when i do garden work with my spouse. We chat and work moves on firster.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means i will be in position to buy cows that can produce and multiply. This shall also give me milk to be taken by my family thus improving their diet.
