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Sakina's family
Sakina
landscapeCountry:
malawi
workOccupation:
Casual labor
faceAge:
40
workCampaign
Malawi Large Transfers
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($336 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 different as i would not have the things i have bought like matress among others
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
I think Give directly should continue what they are doing. I dont think it needs an improvement
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have bought ironsheets, Matress, blankets, clothes and food
 
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?
Upon seeing the cash transfer message, me and my husband
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
My
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought 20 iron sheets, matress, clothes for children and Maize 2bags. I also bought radio
 
Enrolled
access_time over 3 years ago
 
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am thankful for such support as I will buy food to help us live a good life
What is the happiest part of your day?
Any time of the day whenever I'm with my family I feel it is a blessing hence to be happy
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I don't have enough food in my house and there is nobody to help us.