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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($335 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 really improved in the way that I now have a bicycle which I use when going to the hospital...I also have a better roof with iron sheets.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Givedirectly gives people unconditional cash which helps them to improve their living standards.
It empowers people as they make their own decisions on how to spend the cash.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
She used the cash to purchase iron sheets which she used to improve her roof..She bought food and some kitchen utensils.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($352 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was so excited and happy because this money meant ending some of the challenges I've been facing will come to an end
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
We now have better beddings and clothes as compared to the past..
It's very easier for us to go to the hospital when one of us is sick in the house since we now have a bicycle.
We have enough food for the entire household.
more food
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I used the money to purchase iron sheets for my already existing house since it was thatched..
I bought a bicycle that will be used for travelling to and from my home..
The remaining money was used to purchase fertilizer which I applied to my maize garden and I bought 3 bags of maize..
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access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Last year my house fell on one side. I will use the money to renovate it. I will also buy food and clothes for my children.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Am happiest whenever I have enough food to eat.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
