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Suwema

Country:

malawi

Occupation:

Small business

Age:

Campaign

Malawi Large Transfers

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2nd Payment

Transfer Amount

264000 MWK ($338 USD)

over 3 years ago

How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?

I am happy person now because my family was very poor now we are happy because of this money.

In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?

It is doing better in reducing poverty and I dont see where it doesn't do well

What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?

I bought ironsheets and maize and i have kept part of my transfer for bricks

Initial Payment

Transfer Amount

271500 MWK ($354 USD)

almost 4 years ago

Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?

i was very happy

Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.

i am able to eat everyday which was a challenge previously

What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?

i have bought food, mattress, iron sheets and other basic needs

Enrolled

4 years ago

What does receiving this money mean to you?

For me i will thank give directly for this money and this means i will be able to invest the money in something.

What is the happiest part of your day?

I'm always happy in the afternoon because thats when i don't get to sleep in the evening i use a small clothing to cover my self and thats really sad.

What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?

So far we are struggling with hunger and poverty and if we will really receive this money it is going to change our life forever.