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Anna's family
Anna
landscapeCountry:
uganda
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
43
workCampaign
Standard Uganda
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660965 UGX ($448 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life has changed in that I now have hope of shifting to an iron roofed from a grass thatched leaking house. I have acquired shoes, and a matress. I used to sleep on a slim mattress which I was not confortable with on a bed.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly did well to give me money that has enabled me construct an iron roofed house. They opened our minds to plan for our transfers through the sensitisations during enrollment. Every thing is good so far, nothing has been done wrongly by GiveDirectly.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer for completing the construction of my house which I had started with my first transfer.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($467 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that, I live more happily because these transfers have restored hope unto my family.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the money, I trembled with joy and thanked God for the money.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer for constructing a permanent house and to pay my children's tuition.
 
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access_time 6 years ago
 
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means building an iron roof house that will provide a comfortable shelter for my family members.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Evening time is my happiest part of the day.This is the time i usually use for chatting and sharing life experiences with my children.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is lack of enough money to cater for my children's educational needs like school fees.