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
1519800 UGX ($421 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on working on the floor of my house to eliminate dust which would harbour pests like jiggers. I also paid school fees for my children and completed payment of my motorcycle.
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 that I now get daily income of at least 7,000/= from my motorcycle (boda boda) which I bought using the GD transfer.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly does well to give cash to recipients instead of property since every one has his/her burning need.
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 to buy a motorcycle because I wanted to start transporting people to different places so they can give me some money for me to sustain my family
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I can now efficiently provide basic needs to my family members and we no longer suffer anymore
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($113 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on paying school fees for my 4 children since they were sitted at home and i didn't have money.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend my upcoming transfer on renovating my house to make it a better one and nice looking.
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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 cementing the walls of my house and floor so that it is looks better and also to buy another piece of land where my children can build homes in the future. I want to buy some solar panels to bring light to my home because I am tired of buying paraffin because it is expensive for me.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My achievement that I am proudest of is being able build a beautiful home for my family.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship in life was when my child was sick of measles and got so bedridden to the point of being admitted. I was scared he was going to die.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The mid of the day around 1pm is my happiest part because I relax when I am from the garden and converse with my family in the courtyard.
