Although I have used up all the money I received, my hope for the coming year and beyond is to expand my livestock venture and build a new house for my family. I am thankful that I could manage to pay my children's school fees, which would have been a significant challenge otherwise. As they complete their schooling at the end of the year, my plan is to invest in livestock and engage in other farming activities. I want to express my gratitude to GiveDirectly for their support in making these goals possible.

GiveDirectly has truly done an incredible job, bringing about a remarkable transformation and balance in our village. Families who once struggled to afford education fees have built new homes, and others have invested in livestock, which continues to provide for them. The improvements in hygiene and sanitation, thanks to the construction of latrines and the purchase of water tanks, have been a significant benefit to our community. Personally, I can't think of any specific recommendations for change; I am just hopeful that we might receive further support in the future to continue this positive trajectory.

Upon receiving the third cash transfer from GiveDirectly, I was not feeling well and had a lot to manage on my farm. I had ripe maize plantations ready for harvesting, so I had to allocate $100 to hire labor and transport the harvest back home. Additionally, I used $200 to pay school fees for my two children, who are currently in secondary school, ensuring they continue to enjoy ample study time in school. Given my health condition, I spent $50 on seeking medical treatment, and I am relieved that I received the right medication and am now in better health. With the remaining money, I purchased bedding for my children, who had been sleeping on old rags, and some essential household goods for my family of seven, ensuring we had a comfortable and well-equipped home.

In the upcoming year, my goal is to embark on a goat rearing venture. Previously, I had a few goats, but circumstances compelled me to sell them to cover the medical costs of my ailing child. Currently, I lack the necessary funds, but I have faith that a solution will present itself through divine intervention.

The activities carried out by GiveDirectly were enlightening. The program officers demonstrated great proficiency in explaining the program's details and providing us with guidance on the requirements. Additionally, they created an inclusive environment where we felt comfortable expressing our opinions. Throughout the sensitization meetings, we were treated with the utmost respect and fairness, without any form of bias. Based on my observations, I believe the program operations are free from any significant issues.

I am filled with gratitude as I finally see a ray of hope after enduring a challenging period. The heavy burden of school fees was lifted off my shoulders when I received the transfer. As a farmer and housewife, and with my husband working as a teacher, we have the responsibility of seven children who are all in school. Managing the school fees has been an uphill battle, particularly after my husband took out a loan to cover our daughter's medical expenses during her hospitalization. To cope with the financial strain, we had to make the difficult decision to sell our goats. Fortunately, the timely support from GiveDirectly arrived when we needed it the most. With the assistance received, I was able to spend $250 towards the school fees of my two children. Additionally, I used $50 to purchase fertilizer for our farming activities, and another $70 to acquire a sack of maize. Finally, I utilized the remaining funds to purchase seats and bedding. The support we received came at the perfect moment of need, and I will forever be grateful for it.

I experienced a lot of difficulties, so when I received the money, it brought me great joy. While I was alone on my farm, I received an exciting message that caught me off-guard. Initially, I suspected it was a random message from a service provider because I wasn't anticipating any positive news that day. Since I needed to purchase seeds for my land, I was grateful to God for the unexpected provision. Although I could not withdraw the money that day, I went to the nearby shopping center the following day.

My daily life has undergone significant changes since I received the transfer from GiveDirectly. The improvements have been felt across various aspects of my life, including our general welfare and farming activities. With the funds, I was able to purchase enough food supplies for my family, which has eased the burden of hunger. Additionally, I was able to equip my children with the necessary school supplies as they embarked on their studies. These changes have brought a sense of relief and stability to my daily routine.

I used the initial transfer in a number of ways to meet the needs of my family and to invest in my future. I spent $36 on dried maize grains for food, which I planned to use with my family of nine. In addition, I spent $14 on corn seeds, which I subsequently planted on the field I was preparing on the day I got the transfer. I am relieved that the farm is doing well with the arrival of rain, which I believe will aid in germination and development. I also paid $100 in school fees as an investment in my children's education. In addition, as kids were returning to school, I spent $10 on school supplies for them. In addition to these charges, I spent $10 on kitchenware to better your family's living conditions and paid off a $50 loan, and spent $5 on transportation.