Hoping that my grandson's certificate won't be withheld after the Secondary school final exams results are announced, given he currently has no outstanding fees, my aim is to keep doing odd jobs on people's farms in order to raise money for his college education. Hopefully, in the near future, my goats will multiply and I will be able to trade them for cows and engage in more livestock farming, which will help us feed our family in the future.

All the processes were explained in a way that was easily understandable. I would not wish for any changes in what the organization is currently doing but to continue with their good work.

Of the transfer received, I used $260 to buy supplies to build a house for my grandson whom I have been raising since his young age, and we have been sharing a one-room home. Now that he’s grown into a young man, it is inappropriate to sleep with him in the same house and this has been incredibly depressing seeing him in an uncomfortable situation and yet we could do nothing about it. He still doesn’t know that I have built him his own house and I can’t wait to see the joy on his face once I break the good news to him. This house will be my Christmas present to him and a reward for completing his secondary school education. In addition, I paid my grandson's outstanding school tuition with $100. He is currently taking his final secondary school examinations. I also bought a she goat for $40 to supplement my existing herd so they would multiply and one day be traded for cows. The rest of the money was spent on food and utilities.

I remember it was about 2 p.m., and I was just taking a break after having lunch, getting ready to head out to harvest my maize. My phone beeped, and I wasn't sure what it meant since I couldn't read the message. I reached out to my helper who usually helps me with these things, and with excitement, he confirmed that the money we were promised had indeed arrived. I couldn't contain my happiness; it felt like a burst of joy inside me. I indulged in happiness, something we do in our community, and I could feel the happiness radiating from me. This was the first time I had ever received such a significant amount of money, and it meant so much to me.

Before receiving the transfer, I used to struggle to make ends meet since I am a widow. This made me venture into some tiring businesses to support the situation. I started making and selling charcoal as well as selling firewood. As of now, I am grateful for the support that I received from GiveDirectly. Since the time I received the transfer, I have never gone hungry courtesy of the organization.

I was so grateful when I received the cash transfer from GiveDirectly. With $80, I decided to invest in the future for my family. I purchased two goats, hoping that they would provide us with offspring that we could sell or trade. Sleeping on the floor had always been uncomfortable, so I used $200 to buy two beds and two mattresses. One bed was for me, and the other was for my grandson, who helps me with everything. We used to lay down on empty sacks, but now, resting comfortably has become a luxury we truly cherish. The transformation in our sleep quality brought so much happiness to our lives. I also decided to invest $50 into agriculture. Seeing my crops flourish fills me with joy and satisfaction. Additionally, I used another $50 to pay for school fees for my youngest son, who is in primary school. It's a relief to know that he can continue his education without interruptions. The remaining money I decided to save for any unexpected family emergencies. Thanks to GiveDirectly, our lives have taken a turn for the better, and our hopes for a brighter future have been reignited.