"My life has changed in a way that I will have"

"The biggest difference in my life would be to have a house with a cemented floor. I am very thankful."

"I had visited my neighbour at around 9 am when I had a loud message notification from my phone. After checking I realized it was the transfer GiveDirectly had promised. I was filled with joy and confused at the same time, I had to leave my neighbour's to return to my house."

"After receiving the second transfer, I spent 35000KES on the completion of payment for the piece of land. I also bought a roll of barbed wire and fencing poles to fence the initial piece of land I had. I also equipped my child with a new pair of school uniforms and shoes since he has been putting on old pairs for such a long time."

"I spent the second transfer on leasing a piece of land. I had been hoping over a long time to venture into intensive farming but the inadequate finances could not allow me. I am grateful now that I have leased four acres, bought certified potato seeds, and other farm inputs. With the remaining amount, I spent on buying two goats, and the last bit enabled me to access medical attention as I had not been feeling well."

"I spent $350 to purchase building materials this was for the construction of a decent house for the family. This is because the house that I had was very small to fully accommodate me with my grandchildren. In addition, I was able to clear the fees balances for my 4 grandchildren who are still in primary school. Furthermore, I bought proper clothing and acquire sufficient food for the family. I also saved the remaining amount for any financial emergency that might arise."

"I was preparing to go to my usual place of work for charcoal preparation. It was about 10 o'clock when I heard the message notification in my phone. My helper was around and she confirmed that it was the transfer I have been waiting. I felt very happy for receiving the transfer and I had to cancelled my days plan went to the Mpesa shop to withdrew the cash since I had no food for the family."

"The main challenge is food access. I depend on people who support me. Food production is not effective because we don't use fertilizer and I can't provide the labor which is required."

"I would like to express my gratitude for being considered in this program. My husband is polygamous and the support he provides is not enough. I am planning of buying iron sheets when I receive my transfer. Part of the amount will be used to buy food as the food we have is not enough. I will also buy kitchen utensils and some beddings."

"The main challenge is food. Food access is is a challenge."