We check in with people at each stage of the cash transfer process to see how things are going. Take a look at some of their stories as they appear here in real-time.
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($340 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
It could have been difficult for my life as it was before but with this support I am living a better life
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
It does better in helping people with money to buy what they lacked and there is nothing that it doesn't do well
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought more things for my business and used some to finish my house
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 very excited when i received the transfer.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
In the past before the transfer, i was a very sad person full of thoughts. But now am always a happy person because of the transfer. I had nothing before the transfer and now i have a business.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I managed to build a house, a boy's quarter and renovated my shop and bought things which am now selling in my shop.I also bought food and fertilizer.
Enrolled
access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
The money will assist us in building another house and a small business so that we take care of ourselves.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Mornings are my happiest part of the day.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My business flopped when my friends betrayed me in terms of profit sharing.
