"I aim to expand my livestock, focusing on chickens and goats. These animals can be sold to cover essential needs like food and school fees for my children. Rearing livestock is ideal for me as I lack a reliable source of income, and they have the potential to multiply and grow over time. A livestock venture will not only support my family but also assist my husband in providing for our household. With the acquisition of three goats from the transfers, I plan to diversify by adding chickens to the mix. This is what I hope to accomplish in the coming year and beyond."

"Receiving transfers from GiveDirectly has inspired me to build a brick house. I have been saving these transfers monthly through my local savings group. Currently, I live in a two-room old mud house with my wife and three children. The transfers have empowered me to invest in our savings and loaning group, helping me to improve our living conditions. In the coming year and beyond, I aim to build a three-room brick house. So far, I have acquired six iron sheets for the house and hope to buy more through my group savings and additional transfers. Having my dream house will provide a spacious and comfortable space for my family, including an extra room to serve as a sitting area where I can comfortably entertain visitors. These transfers have been immensely helpful to my family, and I am optimistic about achieving my goal of building our dream home."

"Previously, I had many sheep, but when I moved to a different place, I left them at my relative's home. Unfortunately, they all died because they weren't cared for properly. Now, with the third transfer coming, I plan to buy goats. Goats can survive in both dry and rainy seasons and are a good future investment. I can sell them if I have an emergency.My second plan is to finish building a house for my son, so he has a better place to sleep when he comes home from school. I want him to always remember the unconditional cash from GiveDirectly that made this possible."

"I was working on a farm at the Perkerra Irrigation Scheme with my colleague when I overheard a conversation about receiving money from GiveDirectly. Curious, I quickly checked my phone and was surprised to find a message indicating that I had received money the previous day. I rarely check my messages, so I hadn't noticed it earlier. I felt a rush of happiness and excitement. I am very appreciative and thankful to GiveDirectly. Knowing that I had no food at home for my children, my first thought was to stock up on groceries for my family."

"I currently reside in my parents' house but have ambitious plans to build my own one-room home for privacy and independence. I have already acquired nine metal sheets and am actively seeking nine more to kickstart my construction project. Being unemployed, I rely solely on transfers for financial support. Fortunately, I am part of a merry-go-round savings group and eagerly anticipate my turn to receive funds, which will enable me to begin building my house. Once my home is complete, my focus will shift to poultry farming. I view this as a promising venture where I can raise chickens for sale, providing a sustainable income. I believe poultry farming offers stability and growth potential. With determination and the backing of my savings group, I am confident in achieving my goals of constructing my own house and establishing a successful poultry business."

"I currently sell chips from my home, but I have plans to expand my business as soon as it's my turn to receive funds from my merry-go-round. This expansion will allow me to increase profits, providing a better life for my family and ensuring my children receive good education without financial difficulties."

"Our current home has two rooms, but it's showing signs of wear, particularly during rainy seasons when the weak construction materials threaten its stability. My main goal is to construct a larger and more durable house for my family, ideally with three rooms where my children can live comfortably. To achieve this, I intend to use the funds accumulated from my merry-go-round savings. Additionally, my husband, who works in a hotel, will also contribute to the construction efforts. Despite my current unemployment, I am determined to oversee the project and ensure its successful completion. This new house will not only provide a safer and more comfortable living environment for my family but also signify a significant improvement in our quality of life. I am optimistic that with careful planning and our combined efforts, we will successfully build our dream home."

"I work as a fish monger, often selling fish both by hawking around and from home. Hawking can be challenging under the hot sun, and it's tiring. I have a plan to open a shop where I can sell essentials like flour, sugar, and cooking oil to my neighbors. This would provide a more stable and less physically demanding way to earn a living. To start this new venture, I intend to save from my transfers once I have fully settled my children's school fees. Additionally, I will use savings from my current fish-selling business. I estimate needing around $400 to get the shop up and running. This opportunity represents a significant step towards a more sustainable livelihood, offering me the chance to provide a wider range of products to my community while also reducing the physical strain of hawking fish. I am hopeful that with careful planning and hard work, I can successfully establish and grow this new business venture."

"As a mother of six children, I am currently undertaking a construction project to improve our living conditions. Our current home is too small for my husband, six children, and me, which often leaves two of my children seeking shelter elsewhere. Determined to change this, I have diligently saved to purchase two metal sheets every month. Thanks to the support from GiveDirectly, I have now accumulated twenty-five metal sheets. Next, I plan to purchase building sticks, nails, and all necessary materials to construct our comfortable two-room house. This new home will finally allow all my children to live together under one roof, bringing immense joy and relief to our family. No longer will my children need to seek shelter elsewhere each night. We are grateful for the opportunity to improve our living situation and create a better environment for our family's future."

"In March this year, I took the initiative to start my own business selling delicious Mandazis. Every morning, I diligently prepare them and go door-to-door in various compounds, selling them. After completing my sales, I then engage in cutting trees and producing charcoal to supplement our income. Meanwhile, my husband actively seeks construction work to make ends meet. I am incredibly determined to secure a better future for my children. My ultimate goal is to establish a dedicated spot where I can sell a variety of food items such as chapatis and Mandazis. This setup would not only streamline operations but also attract more customers, thereby increasing my earnings and improving our quality of life."