"My son was facing a hurdle with his education due to unpaid university fees. Without hesitation, I used $100 to clear his fee arrears, ensuring he could take his semester exams. Seeing him sitting for those exams brought immense relief and joy to my heart. With part of the remaining money, I invested $70 in two goats, seeing them as a step towards securing our future. These goats are investments that could grow and provide for us down the line. Knowing the importance of keeping my family nourished, I used $20 to buy essential food supplies for the three of us. But the biggest dream I'm working towards is setting up my own tailoring business. With careful planning, I've saved the rest of the money to buy a plot where I can build a structure for my sewing work. As a tailor without a dedicated space, this opportunity means everything to me. It's a chance to turn my skills into a sustainable business that can support my family's needs and pave the way for a better future."

"In my upcoming transfers, I intend to proceed with my initial plan of investing in livestock. My improving health each day gives me hope of realizing my dream of owning livestock. This endeavor will ensure that I have a sustainable source of income even after the expiration of the transfer period. I am grateful for the financial assistance from the transfers, which has contributed to improving my quality of life."

"My health has been the primary obstacle in reaching my established objectives. I intend to invest in acquiring more hens, which will serve as a wise income-generating venture for the future. Alongside acquiring hens, I aspire to construct a new house, as the current one is in a state of disrepair. Achieving a new house has long been a cherished goal of mine, and it would signify a significant accomplishment. I am grateful for the financial backing provided by GiveDirectly."

"In the future, I aim to build a larger house to host visiting relatives and friends, particularly during holidays and family events. My current two-roomed house is too small to accommodate my relatives. This expansion will greatly contribute to fostering lasting relationships with my relatives, as they will feel welcome to visit without concern for space. I am delighted with the financial support from GiveDirectly and am confident that I can realize my next dream with the assistance of these transfers."

"Completing the construction of the new house is my top priority, as it will allow my husband, two children, and me to move in and put an end to the challenges we faced from the rain and property damage. The financial support has been crucial, as I wouldn't have been able to build the new house without it. I am delighted to own a better house than the previous one, and I couldn't have achieved this without the support I received."

"My goal is to further expand my herd of goats, aiming to reach a minimum of forty goats in the coming years. Currently, I possess eight goats obtained through the cash transfers. I am aware that these livestock assets will play a crucial role in wealth creation, generating income even after the conclusion of the cash transfers. Despite potential challenges in meeting other needs, I am committed to ensuring that I acquire at least one goat from every subsequent transfer to support my long-term financial stability."

"Looking ahead to the next year, I anticipate sending my recently completed high school son to college. He aspires to pursue a course in either medicine or law, following the release of his examination results. While I am uncertain about the financial feasibility of these courses, I am committed to supporting him to the best of my ability. I firmly believe that his college education will open opportunities for stable and well-paying employment, ultimately uplifting both him and the family from poverty."

"As a housewife, my primary dependency is on my husband for family provision. While I engage in selling snacks at school sometimes, my income is limited in supporting our needs, particularly education for our two children. Therefore, my goal is to broaden my income sources through livestock rearing. Presently, I own poultry, including chickens and turkeys, acquired through the cash transfers. I aspire to sell some of these poultry to eventually purchase a dairy cow. The potential benefits of dairy cattle include covering school fees through the sale of offspring and generating income from milk sales."

"My focus is on livestock ownership, considering it a key strategy for the future. I believe that even after the cessation of cash transfers, livestock will not only serve as a legacy of the funds but also as a valuable source of income. Specifically, my interest lies in goat farming due to their higher survival rate compared to other livestock, particularly poultry. I am currently grateful for the two goats I have, and my goal is to continually expand the herd whenever an opportunity arises."

"Now that I have recently completed the construction of my house, with only the door pending, my new goal is to invest the cash transfers in livestock rearing. As I work as a herdsman, this endeavor aligns with my experience and motivation to own livestock, particularly goats. By raising these animals, I envision the potential to sell them in times of need, providing a source of income even after the cash transfers conclude. The goats, as they reproduce and increase in number, will serve as a valuable and sustainable economic asset for the future."