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
297300 MWK ($364 USD)
access_time over 2 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I already own a good big house with iron sheets so unlike most people my goal with tje money was to buy a fridge. I wanted to use it for both personal and business. And so thats exactly what i used my transfers on.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
There is nothing wrong with the way GiveDirectly works. Everything is done very precisely and with so much respect for recipient. I can only ask for clear network with the call centre when we call
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
From my recent transfer i am Saving most of my money for when i can use it. I only used the other money to buy food and Matress
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
307200 MWK ($378 USD)
access_time over 2 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
i was so excited because GD fulfilled it's promise
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
now I'm living in a good house than i was because of this money
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
i have built a house and bought food for my home
Enrolled
access_time almost 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I did not expect to be in this program. I am very happy to receive this money. I will use the money to buy metal door frames and window frames so that my house can look nice.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when I am with my family and we are sharing food together.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face is lack of money. I work as a health surveillance assistant but the money that I receive is not enough because I have a lot of responsibilities.
