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Ester's Profile
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Ester
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Country:
malawi
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Occupation:
Small business
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Age:
64
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Malawi Large Transfers
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($340 USD)
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over 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 now have a grocery store which helps me to sustain my every day life.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Give directly supports people that are really poor
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I managed to buy a bicycle and also opened a grocery store using the transfer received from give directly.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($354 USD)
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almost 4 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
i was very happy,as i knew that poverty was going to an edd
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
right now i have my mini shop and am making money on a daily basis
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
i have started business
Enrolled
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4 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
It will assist me to start a grocery business,buy mattress for the children and food for my children.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Morning
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My husband who was a chief died and am now left with many children to take care of.
