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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($400 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 a motorcycle. I used the transfer to buy a motorcycle because I want to use for transportation services in my community.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I have land and a motorcycle from the transfer which I wouldn't have if in never received the transfer so my life is different than it would have been if I never received the transfer.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly does well to give us free mobile phones and money.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($419 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on constructing a house since i was sleeping in my father's house and now felt i was big enough to stay in my own house. I also got some money from my mum and added so i bought a motcycle for daily income
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is having my own house that i have wanted for long. Thanks GD
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($118 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought a bed, mattress and cloths in my first transfer because I was sleeping on the floor
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I will buy a motorcycle to start taxi business in my village in my next transfer
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on building my own house and leave the one I am staying in for my brothers
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is buying my own bicycle which I use for many things like going to where I want.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is being knocked down by a motorcycle which left me with an injury
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the afternoon when I am from the garden because I am free and going to be with my friends
