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 ($401 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
Oh yes, a plot of land! I spent my third transfer on a plot of land because my husband has another wide and I am the 2nd wife so the land is not enough for both of us as wives. So I decided to buy my own land.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I own land after receiving transfer and that makes my life different because I am a landlady.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly Promised us money and fulfilled their promise on time. Everything was done well.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($420 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 a plot of land 50ft x 60ft as an investment for sale in future for development.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is the peace of mind I have knowing that my family owns a property worth millions and the ability to access basic needs at home.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($118 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought seeds and pesticides in my first transfer to improve on my crop yields
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I plan to construct a better house in next transfer because our house was is small and dusty
Enrolled
access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend the cash transfer on constructing a descent iron roofed house for my family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
I am proud that i was able to get married to a good husband, whereby i now have children.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship i have faced in my life is paying school fees for my children.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am always happy in the evening when a chat and tell my children stories.
