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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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($338 USD)
access_time 3 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 changed, I am now happy that I will have a house and also that I have food .I am happy and greatful
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
To my opinion there is nothing that I can GiveDirectly did not do well. Everything went well
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
When I recieved the money i bought all the materials that I would use to build myself a house as I did not have a house. I bought bricks, poles for the roof, window frames, nails and wires ad well as doors for the house. I also paid the builder with the money.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($351 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment i received the transfer i was super excited and I thank GOD for Givedirectly.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
The biggest difference is that all along i use to cover my self with a Chitenje when sleeping but now i bought beddings that i use to cover my self for example i have a bedcover and a blanket I'm super excited and grateful for that,i also have adequate food in my house sleeping with an empty stomach is a history now and thank you so much.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I spend my transfer on house building accessories such as iron sheets,bricks,doors,flames,i also bought beddings (duvet and a blacket),I bought 3 bags of maize for my household,2 bags of fertiliser for my maize farm, kitchen utensils and I saved some money.
Enrolled
access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
This money means alot to me and i thank GD for enrolling me into this programme.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of the day is in the morning because I always pray to GOD for the health life that i have.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship of all times is having a stable business that can be generating money to support the family.
