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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($340 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?
I would living a stressful life since i have been planning to build a house but due to lack of money i was failing to do but the funds have given me a relief
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly is doing a great job since a lot of people who have received the funds their lives have changed and a lot of people have renovated their houses and this is nice development to our community
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have bought iron sheets and bricks since i am planning to build a new house at the end of the rainy season
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($348 USD)
access_time 3 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy to see the message on my phone because I never expect to get such a huge amount of money before
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
I have succeeded in paying school fees for my younger sister
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I was able to buy fertilisers, rented a land for farming, I have also bought a plasma screen using the transfer received from give directly.
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access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
This is the first time me receiving such an amount.My life will change with this money i am grateful and thankful
What is the happiest part of your day?
All mondays am happy as i am starting my week and job
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I have financial problems to pay my tuition as am upgrading my certificates. Also my wife needs a business
