"I would wish to see my flock grow so that I can sell to start my dream business of starting a shop, selling most household items, to achieve this goal, I bank on my livestock where when they multiply and mature I will be able to sell a good number of them so that I can get the capital to start my business."

"In the future, I would wish to have a business selling household items such as sugar and matchboxes since it will be a source of income for my family. Am now tilling the land with the hope that when I get good produce I will be able to save the amount of transfers to use the amount to start my business project."

"I hope my produce will get good this season with the aim that it will help fundraise to first expand my business as I embark in college doing building and construction as I employ one to continue with the business."

"I wish to provide a decent shelter for my family by building a 2-roomed house on which I have already started gathering materials such as iron sheets through cash transfers. I believe soon or later I will be able to achieve my dream and get the relief of achieving my main goal."

"My goal still stands I want to start vegetable farming since the rains have started, am planning that before this week comes to an end, I will go to the market and buy the seeds so that I can officially start planting them with the hope that when they mature I will sell them, make a living and at the same time be able to pay for children's school fees with less struggles."

"In the future, I would like to start my garage, now that I have the skills and knowledge, am banking on monthly transfers and after I finish the project I will start a savings plan that will monthly to ensure that I create a reasonable amount to start my dream business."

"My main objective for the coming year and beyond is to continue saving a portion of my monthly transfers so that I can purchase more livestock, particularly goats and chickens. Despite my advanced age, I find these animals easy to care for and maintain, and they serve as a reliable source of income when I am facing financial difficulties. At present, I own three goats and several chickens, and my goal is to breed them and increase their numbers. I can easily sell them to meet my financial needs since I do not have a steady source of income to rely on."

"Once I have saved up enough funds, my next goal is to expand my livestock investment by purchasing a cow. With the ten goats I currently own continuously reproducing, adding a cow to the mix will not only provide milk for my family's consumption but also offer the potential to sell the offspring for additional income when necessary. This strategic move will further diversify my assets and contribute to the long-term sustainability of my household's financial security."

"Receiving monetary assistance from GiveDirectly brought a significant change to my life, especially in resolving a pressing issue that had been weighing heavily on me. With the help of the funds, I was finally able to settle my daughter's outstanding school fee balance, which had caused her to miss an important examination previously. This accomplishment brought immense relief and joy to both me and my daughter. No longer burdened by the worry of her academic future, we felt a renewed sense of hope and optimism. With this obstacle removed, my daughter can now focus on her studies without any hindrance, and I can rest assured knowing that her education is secure. The impact of this assistance has been truly life-changing, allowing us to move forward with newfound confidence and stability."

"It was around 3 pm, and I was out in the field tapping coconut palm wine, the sun beating down on my back. Unexpectedly, a message popped into my phone. I checked it, and my heart leaped with joy as I saw the first transfer had been sent to my account. Overwhelmed with happiness, I almost dropped the tapping equipment, picturing how this money could transform my life. I imagined improving my living conditions, providing better for my family, and maybe even starting a small business. It was a moment of pure excitement amidst the simplicity of the palm grove, a turning point in my life that filled me with hope for the future."