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Anney's family
Anney
landscapeCountry:
malawi
workOccupation:
Casual labor
faceAge:
36
workCampaign
Malawi Large Transfers
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($338 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 has changed completely because I will build a new house after the rainy season is over
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Give directly has give us the opportunity to have a new house
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have managed to buy 25 iron sheets and other roofing materials to build a new house after the rainy season is over
 
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?
was very happy and could not believe my eyes.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
my roof is now with iron sheets and i have now applied enough fertiliser in my farm.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have spent the transfer on iron sheets, blanket and food.
 
Enrolled
access_time over 3 years ago
 
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I'm so grateful for the money..I will use the money to build a house and buying some basic necessities such as beddings and clothes
What is the happiest part of your day?
All day..
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Insufficient funds to buy food