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Patuma's family
Patuma
landscapeCountry:
malawi
workOccupation:
Casual labor
faceAge:
32
workCampaign
Malawi Large Transfers
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
297300 MWK ($364 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 in such a way that i have been able to build a house. I did not have a house, now i have one.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Give Directly had done more than enough. It has provided with us enough money Which has changed our economic status. We are very thankful.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I already bought the building materials with the first transfer. Right now I have started building my house, I am Also paying the builders using the transfer. I have Also bought clothes for my children who did not have descent clothes.
 
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access_time over 3 years ago
 
What does receiving this money mean to you?
The house I am living in belongs to my brother so when I get this money I will build a house and buy maize.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am always happy
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I have had no hardships