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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1652800 UGX ($428 USD)
access_time almost 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 has been different in that, with the new motor bike, I ride it as "a boda boda" thus helping me to generate daily income that helps me to settle my personal needs."
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
"In my opinion, Give directly has done well in helping the poor people in my community by giving out cash transfers. On the other hand, there is nothing bad GD has done."
What did you spend your second transfer on?
"I spent 1,300,000ugx of my second transfer to settle the outstanding debt I had for the new motor bike I bought. The remaining 600,000ugx used for buying a heifer."
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1719800 UGX ($465 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on buying a motocycle which cost me 2,700,000 ugx. Though my transfer was 1,700,000 ugx, I signed an agreement with the shop owner to pay the balance once I get my second transfer. I bought this motocycle as a source of income and to ease transportation for most people in the area. This is because people in the area suffer to access places such as hospitals and with my motocycle, I will be able to offer them a service.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I recieved my money, I felt exceedingly happy.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that, I am going to be offering a service to people in my area. Something that has been lacking in a long time.
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access_time 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i am faced with is inadequacy of farm land.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when i am with members of the family.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means i Will be able to buy a piece of land, buy livestock for the purpose of marriage.
