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What do you plan to do with the cash transfer?
Receiving this cash transfer from GiveDirectly feels like an answered prayer because I have been praying for a financial breakthrough to start a poultry business and invest in livestock, but financial constraints have always held me back. Now, with this opportunity, I plan to invest KES 25,000 in a poultry business. Additionally, I want to begin livestock keeping by purchasing 15 goats for my family, so that in case of an emergency, we’ll have something to rely on. I will use the remaining funds to buy food and other household essentials for my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiness comes from those moments when I manage to find work, whether it is doing laundry or working on a farm. It means my family will have food and drink for the day, and knowing they are happy and comfortable brings me immense joy.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest challenge I grapple with is the lack of a steady income to support my family’s daily needs. Our survival hinges on casual labor, but when work is hard to come by, which is often, it becomes incredibly difficult to make ends meet. The scarcity of opportunities frequently leaves us with no choice but to go to bed hungry, as this is our primary means of sustenance.
