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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($340 USD)
access_time over 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 since GD I have my own business now and I am making extra money and as Ian talking to to you I am improving the roof of my house using the money I made on my business
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Give directly did well in informing us bought fraudsters because withought them alot of people in my village could have lost there money since they do not know most of the tricks they use to steal money from phones
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
For a long time i have been thinking of starting a business that should be generating money for me and my family but I lacked capital so after I received my first transfer I bought a Fridge where I put water and local home made thobwa that i sell and make money I have also bought a cooler box that I am using to carry the bottles when going to the market
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($352 USD)
access_time almost 4 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt really great knowing that I will now have a stable business
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
The funds has really boosted my spirit because I now eat proper meals and I also have a business.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I had a desire to start selling various things at home, I received the funds and went straight to buy a fridge and now Iam selling ice water, and other food items
Enrolled
access_time almost 4 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am so grateful to receive this money i will use it to start a business as i am a house wife
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happy when i have enough money to buy food
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I mostly have problems finding money to buy fertiluzer and food
