"One of my most significant achievements is provide financial support for my children's education. By doing so, I am empowering them to shape their own futures and pursue careers that align with their passions and aspirations. The opportunity to invest in their education brings me immense joy and satisfaction. I am incredibly grateful for the assistance I have received thus far, as it has had a transformative impact on my life. The support I have received has uplifted me, enabling me to overcome financial challenges and create a better life for myself and my family. The positive changes I have experienced are truly remarkable. Sometimes, I find myself wishing that the financial transfers could extend beyond the current five-year limit. The continued assistance would provide even more opportunities for personal growth, educational advancement, and long-term financial stability. However, I remain grateful for the support I have received and will continue to make the most of the resources available to me."

"In the upcoming year and beyond, my primary goal is to finalize the construction of my business premises. This accomplishment will enable me to not only resume my eatery business but also establish a salon within the same structure. The building, which consists of three rooms, presents an opportunity for me to generate additional income by renting out the remaining two rooms on a monthly basis. The transformation that the financial assistance has brought into my life fills me with immense happiness. It has rescued me from the clutches of poverty and has paved the way for me to achieve financial independence. With these endeavors, I will be able to provide for my family's needs and secure a brighter future for us all."

"In the coming year and beyond, my goal is to embark on an investment in livestock. This decision holds great promise, as livestock have the remarkable ability to multiply within a relatively short period of time. By multiplying, they not only enhance my initial investment, but also provide a sustainable source of income that extends well beyond the allocated financial assistance period of five years. The prospect of this investment fills me with happiness and gratitude, as it contributes significantly to improving the quality of my life."

"My husband and I have recently acquired 22 pieces of iron sheets, which will play a vital role in renovating our roof. The current iron sheets that cover our house have become heavily rusted, and there is a risk that they may develop holes, leading to leaks. By replacing the roof with these new iron sheets, I can finally bid farewell to the worry of a leaking roof. The financial assistance I am receiving has brought immense happiness into my life, as it has truly transformed my circumstances for the better."

"My long-held dream of having a better home has finally become a reality, thanks to the transfers from GiveDirectly. For a while, I patiently waited, hoping that my husband's financial situation would improve so that we could provide a comfortable dwelling for our family. The wait was marked by challenges and compromises, but I clung to the belief that someday things would get better. Now, with our improved living conditions, I can't help but feel a deep sense of fulfillment and contentment. The new home represents more than just bricks and mortar; it symbolizes the realization of my aspirations and the creation of a safe and comfortable haven for our family. But the impact of the transfers doesn't stop there. It has ignited a spark of hope and ambition within me. In the past, the state of our finances made it difficult to consider starting a small business. However, with the support provided by GiveDirectly, my hope in the possibility of entrepreneurship has been rekindled. I am grateful for the changes these transfers have brought into our lives. They have improved our immediate living conditions and given us the confidence and optimism to pursue our dreams and aspirations."

"The biggest difference in my daily life is in the things I have been able to accomplish. Ranging from the investments made in goat keeping to the food that i have stocked for us makes me just happy. Except for the current ailment that befell me, I would have been extremely happy about the transfers."

"I used $80 to purchase pieces of chain links to be used in putting up a fence in my compund. I then used another $30 to purchase building posts that will help me with the compound. The remaining amount of $90 was used to buy food for my family as we were facing an acute shortage at that time. I am so glad that the money came at a time that i needed it the most and in time to help me accomplish the things I have always wanted to accomplish. I always rely on income from rope making and selling which provides me with hardly enough to make ends meet. I have been getting assistance from my children as well who relies on casual jobs to make ends meet. I am eternally grateful for receiving this transfer from GiveDirectly as it has cushioned me a great deal"

"The biggest difference is that I am now a happier woman than i was before receiving the transfers. There are things I always wanted to do but since I relied entirely on goat keeping proceeds, it became quite hard for me to accomplish those things. I am now happy that I will be fencing my own compound with a wire contrary to the shrubs that I have always used. This will resolve the conflicts that have always risen because of these goats and has ultimately given me peace of mind."

"I hope to have a running business by next year that will enable me pay school fees and feed my family."

"I do security job at the nearby secondary school earning approximately $100 per month which caters for school fees. I have two children at secondary level and they have a collective fees structure of $700 per year. My income is low such that they have been out of school for sometimes due to school fees problem. This has affected their performances."