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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($340 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 is different now because i will be able to expand my business hence increase the profits from the business. I really wanted to expand my business but did not have enough cash, with the transfer that i have received, my business will be expanded hence i will be able to make more profits from my business. this will help me to support my family properly.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
I feel like everything is done very well by the organisation
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
The transfer that i have received am planning to use half of the amount to boost my business and the other amount will be used to renovate my house because my house is in a very bad state.
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?
It has never happened so I was happy that I felt loved by other
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
My life has changed for the better. I am happy I have improved my business I sell seeds.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought iron sheets 26 for a new roof and glass..and a mattress since I did ...2 bags fertikizer...3 bags .... bicycle
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access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I'm so excited that i will receive this money honestly I didn't expect this at all and it all means alot to me.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I'm always happy in the afternoon hours because that's when I get to chat with people around.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship is a sustainable source of income so apparently I think I will use this money to add it to my business so that it should boast a bit.
