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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($403 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on buying bricks, iron sheets for constructing a house in my plot of land that I bought with the second transfer. My family was staying on someone's property so I decided it was high time I got my own house.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I used to sleep so uncomfortably and it would still be the case without the transfers however my life is different in a way that i sleep comfortably now because i bought beddings and I am also able to facilitate my needs and those of my family thanks to the transfers.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion GD does well by following up on our cases especially theft cases as they help us to recover the money and also ensure that it never happens again.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($423 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on renting a piece of land which i am now using for cultivation
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that i now cultivate on a bigger piece of land
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($113 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
Yes food, utensils and medication for my wife! I used my first transfer on food because my was lacking food. I also bought utensils and I paid medication for my wife. My family and I are happy.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
By the time money was sent to my phone I had given as security to an MTN mobile money agent for 20.000ugx. I have received my money recently and I am happy.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend the transfer on improving my business as a trader.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is finally getting a wife for myself at home.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in family was the loss of both my parents. It was a really difficult time for me.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is after noon because this is when I meet people and we talk to each other.
