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 ($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?
My house was built years ago, and it was at the back of my mind to maintain it since i didn't have resources. When I received the transfer, I saw it as an opportunity to do something i could not have afforded. I bought new Iron sheets for fixing the roof, paint, lime and cement for plastering and painting.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
We have been empowered financially, Give Directly has allowed us to spend the money all according to our needs. also to have an NGO that wants to help every member of the village, is a blessing and doesn't happen often in the life we ate living in today.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have bought Paint, cement and lime for plastering and painting. I also bought Iron sheets for fixing the roof. In addition, I have also topped up on the Bags of Maize i have so that I may have enough food in my family.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
307200 MWK ($378 USD)
access_time over 2 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy because my problems will be solved
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
My home will look nice
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have bought cement, furniture for my home and mattress
Enrolled
access_time almost 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
My plan is to use this money to purchase some fertilizers so that I harvest enough maize for both good as well for sale so that I have enough money for some basic items
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest whenever I can afford to have a nice meal with my family
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I find it difficult to find money for fertilizers as I am not working and I do not have a stable source of income. This has been affecting my maize production, leading to poor yields and consequent hunger
