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
297300 MWK ($367 USD)
access_time almost 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 changed and it is still changing. For the past year I was lacking money to buy fertilizer.but this year I will be able to buy fertilizer and I am so happy about that.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
My GiveDirectly does very well. It gives us money, directly to us. We are so thankful for that
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I spent the transfer on food and fertilizer. I also spent the other transfer on land, I am renting a piece of land so that I can plant some maize this year. I also used some of the transfer to renovate my house .
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
307200 MWK ($386 USD)
access_time almost 3 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The recipient was so happy that words couldn't stay to express her feelings but she's really greatful
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
The recipient will be able to fix her house and install Ironsheets
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
The recipient used the transfer to purchase Ironsheets food and fertilizer
Enrolled
access_time 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am grateful for this opportunity. I will start a business with the money. I feel like this is my opportune time to improve my living standards and the money will be sustained when i start a business.
My house is also in poor condition. The money will help me to renovate my house.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Nowadays, I am a happy person because we have just harvested our crops. We are free from hunger.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I mostly lack farm inputs which lead into low yields hence we constantly face food shortage.
