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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?
My life would have been hopeless if not for this money. I did not have even mere plates in my kitchen but now i bought some and i am happy. In addition to this, I have started maintaining my house and this is a great achievement because of this money.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Everything that GD does is good to me, i have not come across anything that does not go well
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
The recipient said that she used the 2nd transfer to buy bricks that she can use to build her 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 more than happy when i saw the transfer. I knew i will be able to to build a house. it was a dream coming true.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
Before, considering the way i earn money, I couldn't afford to build a house. Even though I haven't started building yet, I know I will be able to build one. I have started buying housing materials ( iron sheets)
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I want to build a house after this rainy season is over, therefore i have bought 22 iron sheets in advance. I also bought mattress to be sleeping comfortably. I also purchased bags of maize to feed my family bought fertilizer for the farm. I used the remaing balance for buying different kitchen untesils ( basins, plates, spoons ).
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access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am so happy. This is the first time i have ever gotten such a huge amount of money
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happy when i have nothing to worry
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
