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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
297300 MWK ($364 USD)
access_time over 2 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I have always wanted to build a house, have more food and also be able to buy fertilizer once i get the chance to have enough money. My goals have not changed since the coming of the programme. I have used my money on those particular things
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
There is nothing that Givedirectly does wrong. Everything GiveDirectly does is very good and makes sure every eligible person is enrolled in this programme
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought 5 bags of maize to use as food, I bought a blanket for my children and also a bag of fertilizer to use in my farm.
Enrolled
access_time almost 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I plan to buy iron sheets, bed, matress and kitchen untensils and am very grateful for such an opportunity
What is the happiest part of your day?
In the afternoon
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Not finding enough food for my family has been challenge.
