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Esther's family
Esther
landscapeCountry:
uganda
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
21
workCampaign
Standard Uganda
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1652800 UGX ($446 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different in that I acquired cows that I never evwn thought I would own. Had I not received these transfers, poverty would have killed my whole family. I bought food that sustained us during the prolonged famine. I would not be boasting of what I own now had I not received these cash transfers.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Give directly did so well to give me cash transfers that helped me alot. I was living under the mercy of God but give directly saved from the wrath of poverty.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to buy two cows worth 1,100,000ugx and I also bought some food and household basic items.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1719800 UGX ($470 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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access_time 7 years ago
 
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i face in life is lack of money for buying oxen and ox plough.This means i get low harvests every season which can sustain livelihood in my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of the day is always after lunch hours. This is when i rest relaxing with my young child.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means buying oxen and ox plough. I shall be cultivating with these oxen to produce enough crop harvests for consumption.