"My primary goal is to acquire a dairy cow as it will provide me with a consistent source of income through milk sales, enabling me to support my family. To accomplish this, I plan to start by purchasing some goats and raising them. Once they multiply, I can sell some of them and use the proceeds to buy the dairy cow. Additionally, I recognize the need to address the worn-out and rusty iron sheets that currently cover my house. To prepare for the upcoming rainy season, I intend to invest in new iron sheets and replace the old ones. The support I am receiving is truly uplifting, as it is helping me make significant progress towards achieving my goals, despite the challenges of being a single parent."

"In 1996, I constructed my house, and since then, I have only carried out a complete renovation once. My primary occupation revolves around tending to my livestock, and during the rainy season, I engage in farming. As we anticipate the approaching El Niño phenomenon in the coming years, my utmost priority is to repair the roof of my house and ensure that it remains watertight. This is a significant accomplishment for me, as it will safeguard my home from potential leaks and damages caused by the heavy rainfall. I am incredibly grateful for the assistance that has enabled me to make progress towards realizing my aspirations."

"My most pressing need had always been to construct a respectable dwelling, having endured years in a modest grass-thatched hut. The idea of residing in a house with a sturdy iron roof felt like a distant dream. However, thanks to the financial support I received, I was able to turn that dream into reality. I successfully built a comfortable iron-roofed house, putting an end to my concerns about rain and adverse weather conditions. This new home is a significant improvement over my previous shelter. Buoyed by this positive change in my life, I am now contemplating expanding my livestock holdings. Currently, I have four goats, all of which I acquired through the support program. My goal is to further develop this asset by allowing them to reproduce, ultimately increasing their numbers. It's heartening to finally possess assets that I can proudly call my own, all thanks to this program."

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"I am in the process of enrolling in a driving school, my main goal is to be employed as a driver. My cousin has offered me a job opportunity once I obtain my driver's license. Additionally, I plan to open a shop conveniently located near my former school, as the closest shop was quite a distance away."

"Our family of eight struggles to make ends meet, and every penny we earn is spent on putting food on the table. My biggest concern was education for my three children in grades 6, 3, and 2. I knew education was their ticket to a brighter future, so I used $150 for their school fees, and now I am hopeful for a brighter future. Furthermore, I had always dreamed of rearing goats, but our finances were never enough to fulfill that dream. I am employed as a watchman on Somali-owned land to prevent wild animals from encroaching on the crops. It is a tough job, but it earns me about $40 a month—barely enough to support my family. I am glad the transfers made my dream come true, as I bought two goats for $95 and now my children are busy looking after the small herd after school. To add to our financial woes, I had a pending dowry to pay. I have been married since 2014 and had already paid $500 towards it, but there remained a hefty $100 to settle. The dowry was a symbol of my love and commitment to my wife, and I was determined to clear this debt so I used the rest of the transfers to reduce this debt."

"I intend to start a vegetable selling business, this will address the scarcity of vegetables in our village. Furthermore, I will invest on goat rearing for income generation. At the same time I will rear chicken as a delicacy for my visitors, especially, my parents. Additionally, I will commit a portion of the transfers to supporting my child's education, ensuring a bright future for my little one."

"I have suffered diabetes for almost eight years now. This has made me to forgore working and depends on my children for survival. I can also not walk long distances due to this problem."

"I bought a piece of land so that it can help me in the future,."

"In the coming year, my focus is on renovating my house. The roof is in terrible condition, with many holes, allowing rainwater to enter and exposing my family to cold infections. Before I can begin the renovation, I need to gather building materials and hire someone to repair the roof, specifically requiring at least ten sheets of iron. Since I lack a stable source of income, I hope that the upcoming cash transfers will enable me to complete this project. This is an opportune time to address this issue because concerns about hunger have been alleviated since we harvested enough food that I believe will sustain us until the end of the year and beyond."