I hope to raise sufficient cash so that I can be able to finance my son's education at the university. Since he is my only child who managed to go to university, I wouldn't wish to see him drop out of school due to the tuition fees. I believe that I will fulfil this, thereby empowering him to accomplish his dream as well. It will now be his turn to help me, which is my daily prayer.

In my opinion, GiveDirectly did so well in my entire region, which was evident from the assets that most of us own. No one was discriminated against or left out, regardless of their tribe or even religion. The enrollment process was also free and voluntary. This makes the organization look so unique because it has never happened before. I therefore would prefer that they continue serving the beneficiaries of the other villages just as they did to us. 

I spent part of my second transfer taking my son to the university. He graduated from secondary school last year, but he was forced to stay home due to insufficient funds. Seeing him at home has been very frustrating for me, and I feel like I have failed as a parent. I can't thank the organization enough for finally enabling my son to fulfill his dream. He is now in school, and I am praying to God to see him through all four years. Also, I am planning to build a pit latrine. For all that time, I have been using my brother's because I felt it was not hygienic and we deserved privacy. I am glad this was also a success, and we no lfulfilhare like we used to do, which has enhanced hygiene. Finally, I have been using the remaining amount of money to buy food for my three children. At least they are now healthy since they have been eating a balanced diet.

It was in the evening at around 5 pm while I was fetching some firewood. On returning home, I heard my neighbors saying they had received their first transfers. Since I do not know how to read, I asked my helper to check whether I had also received mine since we were registered on the same day. Upon checking, he informed me that I had received $550 from GiveDirectly. I was overjoyed for receiving the money and I allulated in happiness for receiving a huge amount of money at once in my life.

Initially, I used to cook food in an open place. During the rainy season, it was very hectic and challenging since I had to pause at different intervals for the rain to subside. As of now, I have a nice cooking place unlike before. I also managed to keep some money for my son to commence his academic journey and used the remaining amount for family needs.

Upon receiving the money, I first opted to save $200 for my son who completed his primary school level and will be joining secondary school. I did this because I want him to have a smooth transition from primary school to secondary. This will help him to concentrate in school. I also built a kitchen. I bought 7 pieces of iron sheets and building poles for $63 and $75 respectively. The kitchen will be of great help to me, especially during the rainy season. Thereafter, I bought two goats and a hen for $64. For the remaining amount, I bought some food since it was a dry season.