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Lovera
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Country:
malawi
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Occupation:
Casual labor
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Age:
31
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Malawi Large Transfers
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($342 USD)
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almost 4 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I used to do piece work to earn a living but with the cash transfer I was economically empowered.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
It all went well. There was no bias and everybody was eligible to benefit from the program as long as he was telling the truth.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought 15 bags cements that I will use to plaster the house
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($356 USD)
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almost 4 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy because i had nothing and i suddenly became rich.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
I am no longer stressed to do extra piece works to get more money to fees my family. Iam now a happy and raxed person.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have spent the transfer on, doors , paying for labor for plastering and food
Enrolled
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4 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
With the money i will finish up my house and buy a livestock
What is the happiest part of your day?
In the evening
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Lack of food
