"I am on a journey to teach myself hairdressing while managing my animals at home. My goal is to save enough money by selling my goats and chickens to kickstart my own salon. This venture is not just for me; it's a path that will bring opportunities and benefits to both myself and my family."

"When I received my most recent transfer of $450, I used $150 to putchase food for my family. I then used another $150 to buy goats which I now keep in my compound while the remaining $150 was used to build a new house for my family. The house will serve as a kitchen space and my children too will be using the space to sleep. I am so happy for all that I have been able to achieve with GiveDirectly transfers. I honestly do not know how life would have been without this transfer. It has brought a lot of hope and life to me and my family. I am extremely happy that I have been able to educate my grandson who is now in form one and I look forward to using subsequent transfers to make ends meet."

"My new goal is to invest in livestock, particularly goats. I've decided on goats over cows because they're hardy creatures, capable of surviving longer without water, and they don't demand much in terms of upkeep. Plus, goats have a consistent demand in the market due to their affordability, making them a reliable source of income whenever it's needed. With this investment, I'm not just securing my future; I'm ensuring my family's well-being."

"My grandchild had been longing to go back to school, but we couldn't afford the fees which had accumulated to $280, and thus stayed at home for months. But with the money I received, I rushed to the school, my heart pounding with hope. I paid off all the fees, and the joy in my grandchild's eyes was priceless. Education is the key to a brighter future, and thanks to GiveDirectly, my grandchild was back in school, learning and dreaming once again. But that wasn't all. With the remaining $232, I bought construction materials that is iron sheets and building poles. I had a piece of land, and it was time to build a house of my own. Currently, I was staying at my son-in-law's place, and while he was kind, it just didn't feel like home. The idea of having my place, a little sanctuary where I could find comfort and peace, was a dream come true. Thanks to GiveDirectly, I wasn't just paying school fees; I was building a brighter future for my family, one brick at a time."

"I've been through some tough times lately. I can't even stand or walk because of an illness that's taken over me. But when I received that cash from GiveDirectly, it felt like a lifeline. With the help of my young brother, we made sure I wouldn't go hungry. We bought some food that not only filled my belly but also gave me some strength back. Those meals shared with my brother became precious moments of connection and care amid my struggles. But I knew that food alone wouldn't make me better. So, I used a significant part of the money to seek medical treatment. Finally, I could afford the medicine and care I needed to fight this illness. It's not been an easy journey, but every day, I'm a little closer to getting back on my feet. GiveDirectly didn't just provide cash; they gave me hope and the chance to heal."

"My biggest dream is to renovate my humble house. Right now, those bothersome termites have wreaked mayhem on the old wooden poles supporting my home, and I'm determined to fix things up before it becomes a real disaster. So, once I've got a bit of extra cash in hand, I plan to give my house a makeover. Instead of just replacing those weakened poles, I'm thinking of adding some strong pillars to make it more solid and stylish. It's not just about improving the structure; it's about creating a comfortable haven for my family to thrive in. That's my goal, and I can't wait to see my renovated house standing tall and proud."

"Currently, my primary focus is on completing the construction of the storage space for the maize that I have recently harvested. Given the limited space in our house, I recognize that it won't suffice to store the maize, especially for the coming months. To achieve this goal, I plan to continue using the upcoming cash transfers to complete the construction of the storage space. I have already acquired the necessary building poles, and the next step is to procure iron sheets for the roof. At present, the cash transfers are the sole source of income that I can rely on to support this endeavor, as my son's computer repair business is not consistent enough for such an investment."

"Now that we have harvested maize, and I am confident that it will provide enough food for my family in the coming months, my focus has shifted towards investing the cash transfers in livestock, particularly goats. I am grateful to have acquired four goats through previous transfers, although I believe I could have had more if not for financial constraints, such as the need for food. My goal is to accumulate wealth by raising livestock and having the option to sell these animals in times of need to provide for my family. This would include assisting with the tuition fees of my four grandchildren. I am eager to do so to alleviate the burden on my son, who earns income through casual labor at the coffee factory, which is insufficient to cover all his children's basic needs."

"I aspire to expand my tailoring venture into a full-fledged business situated in the trade center. This would require renting a workspace there. Working from home has its challenges, given the various household responsibilities and distractions. These constraints hinder my concentration on growing my tailoring business. I aim to save so that I can acquire materials and additional sewing equipment, thereby taking my business to the next level. I hope the cash transfers will play a crucial role in helping me reach this goal, as I estimate that I will need an initial capital of approximately $200."

"At present, my primary objective is to continue financing the education of my five children, all of whom are currently enrolled in school. I am committed to sharing the financial responsibilities with my husband to ensure our children's needs are met. With his income from his job as a driver and my earnings from making and selling donuts, we have been able to primarily cover our family's food expenses. Paying school fees had been a challenge before the cash aid program began. I am grateful that the cash transfers have enabled me to participate in a local savings club, assisting in covering some of our children's school fees. Additionally, I have been able to secure loans from these clubs to meet the tuition expenses. I am filled with hope and optimism that the cash transfers will continue to bring about positive transformations in my family's life."