We check in with people at each stage of the cash transfer process to see how things are going. Take a look at some of their stories as they appear here in real-time.
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($398 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on completing my house which I started using the first transfers. I also bought seeds for planting and other household items.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than it would have been if I never received the transfer in a way that I am now independent since I have my own house built using GD transfers. Previously, I used to stay in my in-law's house and our family was not independent.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly does well to give transfers in bits so that we would plan well for them. Sending money using mobile money directly to recipients was also perfect.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($424 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying building materials like bricks, sand, now I am preparing to start building because we are staying at my brother in law's house with my children which is uncomfortable.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest in my daily life is that I am now hoping to build my own house and move out of my brother in law's home and be independent.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($112 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first on buying iron sheets i am planning to start building my own house and I stop renting.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment when i recieved my money i felt so exitced about it and just thankful to God.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend the transfer on buying a piece of land and building a house for my family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is birth of my five children who I am proud of so much.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life was the death of my child due to sickness.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is after noon time because this is when I meet my friends and we converse.
