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Saidi's Profile
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Saidi
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Country:
malawi
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Occupation:
Casual labor
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Age:
30
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Malawi Large Transfers
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($341 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?
It is different because I am living a happy life now than before
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
I am thankful I have found a house because of this transfer
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought maize, logs and bricks
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?
I was so excited
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
I have been able to buy enough food to feed my family
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I used my money to buy a mattress, 2 bags of fertilizers, 3 bags of maize for food
Enrolled
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over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I'm so excited to be part of the programme and i can't wait to receive this transfer.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I'm always happy in the morning hours i don't necessarily have a reason though but yes thats my favourite part of the day.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship is food,i struggle alot to feed my self and my children since I'm a single mother
