"In the coming year and beyond, I focus on excelling in my studies as I continue my journey in form three of secondary school. I have a clear plan to ensure that my education and basic needs are met, thanks to the monthly transfers that cover my tuition and food. I focus on immersing myself in my studies, dedicating my time and energy to learning and growing academically. I understand the importance of this stage in my life, as it lays the foundation for my future ambitions."

"Since I now have six goats from the transfers, my focus is to increase my herd because investing in livestock is securing security for the future. Over the next year, I aim to double the size of my herd through careful breeding. I am passionate about learning the best practices in livestock-keeping, and ensuring my goats are healthy and well-cared for."

"My goal for the coming year and beyond is to save more money and pay for my granddaughter's school fees. When I was young, girl child education was not a priority, and I never received the education I wanted. I want to secure my granddaughter's future by ensuring she gets the best education possible. This will provide her with a bright future. I am very appreciative of the financial support from the cash transfers, which have helped me live a better life."

"My goal for the coming year and beyond is to invest significantly in livestock purchases. I currently have seven goats, all purchased with the transfers I previously received. After completing the construction of my new house, I plan to save a portion of my transfers every month and use that money to buy more goats. These goats are a strategic investment that will help me generate income in the years ahead. I am very happy and appreciate the financial support from GiveDirectly in improving my life and that of my family."

"My goal for the coming year is to invest in purchasing more goats and hens. Although I am old and can no longer work, I can still rear livestock and generate income from them. I plan to save a portion of my subsequent transfers to buy more hens and goats. Once they multiply, I can sell them and use the money to take care of myself, reducing my reliance on my son for financial support. I am very appreciative of the financial support."

"The harsh climatic conditions have severely impacted farming, which is our only primary source of income. As a result, I am forced to purchase food at high prices from the shop. My goal for the coming year and beyond is to allocate a significant portion of the transfers to buy food, ensuring we have enough to eat. Additionally, I will purchase medicinal drugs to manage my medical condition. I am very happy and appreciative of the financial transfers, which help me take care of my needs despite not having a stable income source."

"My goal for the coming year and beyond is to seek more specialized medical treatment. I plan to save additional funds from my subsequent transfers to cover this treatment. This will help doctors diagnose the root cause of my condition and prescribe the appropriate treatment. I have felt much better in recent months thanks to the medications purchased with the support of the transfers. I am very appreciative of the financial help, which has been crucial in getting me the right treatment and improving my health."

"In the coming year and beyond, my goal is to complete the payment for the mattress. This will ensure that I have a more comfortable place to sleep. I also plan to invest in livestock, which will serve as a future asset. If the livestock multiplies, I will sell some and use the money to cover my needs. I am very happy with the financial support, which has helped me manage my health and improve my living conditions."

"As an elderly woman, I am not able to do much for myself and rely heavily on my child, who is also struggling to make ends meet through small hustles. With the much that he is already enduring with his family as well, I could not burden him with more of my troubles. In this challenging situation, the support I receive from GiveDirectly has been a true blessing, as it helps me manage my daily needs, and I intend to continue using a portion of it together with what my son is offering to keep taking care of myself in terms of food and health. One of my main priorities for this year is to replace the dilapidated door in my house, which does not provide adequate security and also does not give my home a good, finished look. My plan is to use a portion of my upcoming transfers to purchase the necessary materials and pay someone to complete the assembly and installation of a new door. Once this is done, I will feel much safer and more content in my living space. In addition to addressing this immediate need, I intend to allocate a portion of my future transfers to continue buying more goats. I firmly believe that these goats will multiply and increase in number and value over time and provide me with a reliable source of income, especially when this program comes to an end. Having this financial security will give me peace of mind and help me manage my daily needs more effectively."

"Previously, i was in the process of building my house using the transfers and now that it is complete, my focus has shifted towards creating a sustainable source of income that I can rely on in the future, especially when this program comes to an end. I decided to invest in livestock farming as I am aged and cannot do much of manual work to earn a living. Currently, I have two goats and my plan is to continue using a portion of my transfers to buy more goats. I believe that these goats will multiply, increasing in both number and value, which will ultimately provide me with valuable assets. My hope is that, in the future, I will be able to sell some of these goats to support my family and address any emergency needs that may arise. This investment in livestock not only represents a practical approach to securing my financial future but also gives me a sense of empowerment and independence. I am truly grateful for the opportunities that GiveDirectly has opened up for us. The support I receive allows me to plan for a more stable future, and I am optimistic about the potential that lies ahead."