"Our bodies experience a number of challenges as we age. I haven't been feeling well lately, so I've thought of going to a credible hospital to have my health checked out. As they will serve as a safety net in case of future calamities, I also plan to keep looking and continue growing my herd of goats."

"Since our farm uses irrigation, my plan is to plant tomatoes, possibly in joint cultivation with a villager because this work can be very demanding. Tomatoes have a fantastic return on investment, and I'm hoping to generate a good profit that will help me reach my goal of opening my own shop. This will assist me further become financially stable so that I can hire more people to work on my farms while I indulge in other activities."

"The only solution to the ongoing water shortage in our area is to build a water reservoir. Even before Givedirectly came to our neighborhood, I had considered buying a water tank, but a lack of money had prevented me. So, when we were told we would receive the transfer, I seized the chance to plan and buy for a $350, 5000-liter water tank. I can collect rainwater and use it for a long time, which will help me save money as I typically spend $5 each week on water. I am glad that lack of water is no longer an issue in my household. I spent the rest of the transfer, that is approximately $90 to lease a parcel of land for cultivation where I already planted some maize."

"GiveDirectly, in my opinion, did well by including everyone in the village without showing any preference. They also succeeded by giving us equal sums of money. There is nothing that I can see that shows that they performed poorly."

"The first thing I did after getting the transfer was pay my medical bill. This is because I was admitted at the hospital and was completely aware of the conditions before my release. In addition, I purchased enough food for a few weeks because I was aware that I needed to always eat healthily in order to heal rapidly. I used the remaining money to purchase a goat to raise. I believe that making this investment will pay off during a time of crisis. I spent $7 on food, $5 on medicine, $4 on a goat, and the remaining $2 on a bar of soap and transportation from the medical facility from the $18 that I was given."

"My current objective is to construct a kitchen. This is because I also utilize my house as a store and a kitchen. By doing this, I will not have to stay outside the house until very late at night to wait for the smoke to clear before going to sleep, which is how it is now, and I won't be disturbed by smoke after cooking. In addition, I will prevent the iron sheet from absorbing soot, which detracts from the house's aesthetic appeal. The kitchen will also serve as a shelter for my goats which currently stay in the open area at night despite the heavy rains this season. To ensure they remain healthy, I will be sheltering them in the Kitchen."

"Currently, I live on my relative’s piece of land. This has seen my respect not put into consideration because I am being taken for granted as a squatter. For a while, I have not lived in peace because being looked down upon is a mockery. I had no alternative but to endure the situation due to poverty. Upon getting the recent transfer, I opted to use 88% of the transfer in food crop production because the rains were promising. Since I have a plot but I lacked the resources of building a house, the aim is once I harvest, I will use the next transfers in building a house on my plot. I plan to commit the whole transfer amount from July to the construction so that I move to my place."

"Looking ahead, my primary objective for the upcoming year is to utilize my monthly stipend to acquire a significant number of livestock. Our farms are flourishing with various crops, such as maize, cassava, green grams, and beans. Once we successfully harvest these crops, my focus will shift towards investing my monthly transfers in purchasing additional goats. My intention is to gradually accumulate a herd of goats, which I can later sell to acquire bulls. These bulls will play a crucial role in preparing my farm for the planting season. Moreover, owning bulls will significantly reduce the expenses incurred whenever I need to prepare my land for cultivation."

"Looking ahead, my aspiration for the coming year is to gather the necessary funds and acquire the materials needed to construct a sturdy and impressive two-room house. By achieving this, I will put an end to the challenging period of being the subject of ridicule in the village due to my lack of personal accommodation. In addition to building the house, I also have a desire to invest in purchasing livestock, which serves as a convenient means of saving for the future."

"Looking ahead, my objective for the upcoming year is to make substantial investments in acquiring livestock. With the anticipation of a bountiful harvest in the coming months, I will have an abundance of food, allowing me to allocate funds towards purchasing livestock. The surplus from the harvest will provide me with the financial means to save towards this endeavor. In addition to investing in livestock, I have plans to purchase new sets of clothing. Currently, I rely on only two worn-out and unappealing outfits. Therefore, it is essential for me to allocate resources towards acquiring new clothes that are presentable and in good condition."