"The prevailing poverty conditions that my parents and I face have hindered my ability to acquire a house of my own. However, my ultimate objective, extending well into the future, is to accumulate sufficient funds from the monthly transfers I receive to buy building materials. This milestone will serve as a crucial step towards realizing my dream of owning a house, potentially as early as next year. The prospect of finally fulfilling one of my lifelong aspirations, which has always eluded me due to financial constraints, fills me with great excitement."

"My objective for the upcoming year and beyond is to make significant investments in livestock. To begin, I plan to purchase livestock, particularly goats. After a certain period, I will sell a portion of the goats once they have reproduced and multiplied. Then, I intend to acquire bulls and dairy cows. The bulls will be utilized for plowing my farm during the planting season, and I can also generate income by offering their services to plow other farmers' lands. Furthermore, the dairy cows will serve as an additional source of revenue through the sale of milk to the local community. All of these endeavors are aimed at ensuring my financial independence and providing for the needs of my family."

"I believe that education is a crucial factor in achieving success, and it is my utmost desire to provide this for my five young children. I am confident that this will greatly contribute to their prospects, ensuring they obtain good employment opportunities and enjoy stable incomes, ultimately leading to a fulfilling life. My primary objective is to utilize the available funds to cover my children's school fees until they complete their education. By doing so, I can be certain that they have a solid foundation to rely on in their future."

"By the end of the year, my main objective is to have a sturdy new house that can comfortably accommodate myself, my four grandchildren, and the rest of my family. I have long harbored a dream of constructing a reliable dwelling that can shelter us, but my limited income has been a significant obstacle to achieving this goal. Despite having spent a considerable amount on purchasing food in the past, I am now optimistic about saving more funds. The current favorable weather conditions, with ample rain and successful maize planting, will ensure abundant food. Consequently, I can allocate the remaining money towards the construction of a new house that can accommodate all of us."

"My goal is to start a kiosk business within the next few years to establish a reliable source of income for my household. I was inspired by my father, who supported our family through the income generated from his own kiosk business. Even after his passing, our family never faced significant financial challenges because the shop continued to bring in income. I aspire to create a similar business to ensure financial stability for my household. With all four members of our household receiving cash transfers, we have collectively agreed to set aside a portion of the funds towards achieving this goal."

"The biggest difference in my daily life is the ability to enjoy three meals a day, a stark contrast to the past when we often had to settle for just one meal or even go to bed hungry. This positive transformation is largely attributed to the financial assistance I received. With the support I obtained, I was able to procure a sack of maize, a precious resource that now ensures an abundant food supply for my household. This stands in sharp contrast to the hardships we previously faced, constantly struggling to make ends meet. I am filled with immense gratitude for the assistance provided, as it has significantly improved our overall quality of life."

"Receiving money from GiveDirectly marked the beginning of a transformative journey in my life. It has never been easy for my four children and I since we had to separate from my husband, leading us to seek refuge at my father's home. Fortunately, they sheltered us. My children are currently attending primary school. When I received my second transfer, I realized it was an opportunity to improve our living conditions. With $200, I decided to invest in expanding our small house, a step that was previously impossible due to my meager earnings of around $5 on a good day from occasional jobs. This amount is barely enough to meet all our needs. Additionally, I depend on farming for income, so I spent $56 to rent land and plant beans. Lastly, I used the remaining funds to purchase essential food items. The prospect of a better future fills me with joy, and I am hopeful for a bountiful harvest from bean farming. I am sincerely grateful for the support I have received."

"Give Directly did an excellent job of ensuring that we were all handling the unconditional transfers in the best possible way by conducting regular follow-ups and establishing transparency within families through regular visits and phone questionnaires. This has been an excellent method of promoting financial awareness and accountability."

"As I said earlier I am a single mother with four children and the burden of taking care of them can sometimes be overwhelming. I am not employed and only sell small fish as a way of making ends meet. I do not make much from this since the business is really small. I wish I had a sustainable business which I could use as a source of income. I do not have a definite business yet to which I would wish to venture but my hope is with subsequent transfer I will be able to set up shop and also buy a couple more animals as an investment."

"My goal for the year is to take myself and my sister through school. Our mother is a farmer and this does not earn much and whenever she does casual labour it does not pay much either so that means that without the transfers we cannot get through school. I hope to use this transfers so I can get through form two and ensure that I complete my education within good time."