"Later this year, my main goal is to build a new house because I am frustrated with the leaks in my current dwelling during the rainy season. I’m tired of this issue and feel it’s time for a change. I’m confident this plan will succeed since I have started saving from the monthly transfers for this purpose. With my ongoing efforts, I expect to achieve this goal soon. Once completed, the new house will provide me with full privacy and ample space to store my belongings."

"My entire life, I have always wanted to become a livestock farmer, but I did not know where to start because of a lack of funds until GiveDirectly came and started giving me hope. As time goes by, my dream is becoming even more steadfast, and I am determined to pull it through to fruition. I have always believed that livestock farming will provide a reliable source of livelihood for me and my family in the future, and to achieve this dream, my plan is to continue using a portion of the transfers I receive from GiveDirectly to buy more sheep and add on to the five that I already have, which I bought using my previous transfers. I am hopeful that these sheep will multiply and increase in both number and value, allowing me to eventually trade some of them in the future for a female cow, which will further enhance my wealth as it too will breed and multiply in number. I am confident that both the cows and sheep will become valuable assets, acting as a dependable source of income, ao that when this program comes to an end I will have something sustenable to rely on. Additionally, as the female cow breeds, I will also benefit from its milk, which will provide nutritional value for my family and improve our diet. I am very grateful for this opportunity that GiveDirectly has given us, and I am hopeful that my life will change for the better."

"The condition of my house is quite distressing right now; the dusty floor causes mud to spread everywhere when it rains, and I still end up feeling dusty, especially after sweeping. This is increasingly difficult for me to handle. Therefore, my goal for this year is to cement the entire floor. To achieve this, I have joined a Merry Go Round where I will save $10 from the transfers. I plan to start working on this project by the end of this year. Once the renovation is complete, it will significantly improve my living conditions by eliminating dust and other issues."

"When we received the cash transfer, our first thought was to finally buy a dairy cow, something we've always wanted to invest in. We knew of a specific place that sold high-quality dairy cows, but unfortunately, by the time we got there, all the cows had been sold. The seller told us that we could wait until November, so we decided to save $400 from the transfer specifically for this purpose. It was important to us to secure this investment, knowing it would provide a steady source of milk and income in the future. In the meantime, I used $100 of the transfer to buy more inventory for my shoe-selling business. Expanding my inventory was a crucial move to ensure that the money was invested in something sustainable that could provide a reliable income stream. With the remaining amount, I bought essential food items for my household. We have seven children, and ensuring they have enough to eat is always a priority. Overall, the cash transfer has been a blessing, helping us save for a future investment, sustain our business, and take care of immediate family needs."

"In the coming year, my primary goal is to invest in expanding my business. Since I started the business with my monthly transfers from GiveDirectly, I want it to grow and become more successful. Expanding the business will benefit both my family and my neighbors, reducing the need for them to travel long distances for goods that I currently don't offer. I plan to use part of my transfer to support my family, such as paying my children’s school fees, and the rest will be invested in purchasing additional items for my shop. This strategy will help me generate more profits and save for my children’s future education."

"In the future, I have two main goals: starting a goat-rearing venture and expanding my flock. As the goats multiply, I plan to sell some and reinvest the proceeds into new projects. Additionally, I have a piece of land where I intend to build a rental house. I plan to start this project once my son finishes school later this year, as a significant portion of my money is currently going towards his education. I will use the transfers and some savings from other sources to achieve this goal, with the aim of creating a steady income from the rentals that will help support my family more easily."

"When I received the unconditional cash transfer, the first thing I did was use $60 to buy wood, frames, and roofing nails, and to pay the mason who was repairing our roof. Our roof had been severely damaged during heavy winds, particularly over my bedroom, and it leaked whenever it rained, forcing me to sleep in adjacent rooms. I spent $160 to rebuild our pit latrine, which had been destroyed during the heavy rains. This was crucial for maintaining hygiene and health for my family. Additionally, I used $40 to pay school fees for my daughter, who is in primary school, ensuring her education continued without disruption. My son's house also needed urgent repairs, as its roof was made of reeds and was inadequate. I purchased 12 iron sheets for $240 to replace the old roof, providing him with a more secure and weather-resistant home. Finally, I used the remaining money to buy food items for our household, ensuring that we had enough to eat."

"I plan to start raising goats, as I already have one at the moment. I chose goats because they are affordable with the cash I receive from GiveDirectly and require minimal attention. Their resilience in drought-prone areas also makes them a suitable choice, knowing that they will be easier to care for. My hope is that as they multiply, they will provide financial security for me and my family, especially since the hospital advised me not to do any strenuous work. I trust that this will bring relief to us and help improve our situation."

"I have many goals on my mind right now, but the most urgent is repairing my house. Recently, I noticed that the walls were unstable, so I took the initiative to start renovating. I’m currently halfway through the process and aim to complete the repairs before the next rainy season. If not addressed soon, the damage could worsen significantly. To achieve this, I plan to use the transfers and sell some of my goats to fund the repairs, as it is an urgent priority. I’m confident that once the work is finished, I won’t have to worry about being left homeless, and it will remain a positive memory even after the organization’s support ends."

"I have a new goal: to build a new house for my family. The current one we are sheltering in is no longer accommodating, and we have been squeezing together with four kids while the others sleep in a separate house. I am currently surviving by taking on menial jobs such as burning and selling charcoal and sometimes selling snacks to make ends meet. It has been hard for me to build the house using my cash alone. Therefore, I plan to use the transfer and my little savings to buy materials bit by bit to come up with a structure. Once I achieve this, I will be a happy mother, finally seeing that my children no longer have to seek shelter elsewhere."