In the upcoming year, my primary goal is to pursue further treatment for my impaired vision. Struggling with this challenge for many years, I believe it is now crucial to seek a second opinion and explore avenues for improvement. Enhancing my eyesight holds the promise of elevating my overall well-being and bringing immense joy into my life. I am looking forward to utilizing my upcoming transfers to achieve this goal and am genuinely pleased with the positive changes I have experienced in my life this far.

As an elderly man grappling with health challenges and impaired vision, my ability to engage in the laborious work I used to do, such as rearing livestock and selling charcoal, has significantly diminished. Despite the meager earnings from these endeavors in the past, the current transfers have brought a sense of contentment to my life. I am particularly grateful for the assistance as it has enabled me to support my child's education. Primarily, the transfers have played a crucial role in securing food for my family, filling my heart with gratitude. Allocating funds wisely, I utilized $34 to acquire a goat, with plans to sell it in the future. Another $34 was dedicated to purchasing essential food items, while an additional $34 contributed to covering my child's school fees. These transfers have proven invaluable in alleviating the challenges associated with my age and health, offering much-needed support.

In the coming year and the years to follow, my aspiration centers around the transformation of my current house. The state of my house is deplorable, characterized by its small size and imminent risk of collapse. With the assurance of receiving consistent monthly transfers, I am determined to embark on the process of renovating it. To commence this endeavour, I am committed to setting aside a portion of the transfer in order to procure essential building materials such as iron sheets and building poles. Renovating it will provide a sense of security, shielding us from the ravages of rain and other adversities.

My recent financial disbursements were directed towards covering the educational expenses of my high school-aged son. Meeting these fees has been a challenging endeavor, yet the timely receipt of these transfers has been instrumental in ensuring his continued attendance in school. With no other dependable support to rely upon, these transfers have proven to be a vital lifeline. This assistance has played a crucial role in preventing my son from facing frequent disruptions to his education, as he might have otherwise been compelled to leave school due to financial strain. Alongside addressing the educational expenses, I also spent a portion of the transfer on purchasing essential food supplies. Maize flour and various cereals were among the items I bought, ensuring a consistent and adequate food supply within my household. The resulting abundance of food has effectively eliminated any concerns about scarcity, providing my family with the assurance of consistent sustenance. I am relieved that my family was able to eat three meals a day without difficulty.

Due to the harsh weather conditions, the farm that has been my primary source of income is no longer productive. As a result, I am seeking a new and stable source of income. I am considering venturing into the livestock rearing and selling business as an alternative source of income. This would involve buying young goats at a lower price and selling them for a higher price in the market. I am optimistic that the monthly transfers I receive can be used wisely to invest in this new venture. With careful planning and smart investments, I believe I can successfully build a profitable business. Ultimately, this new income stream will provide a greater level of financial stability for myself and my family

Over the past year, my health has been deteriorating, making it challenging for me to provide for my family through my work. I suffer from teary, swollen eyes, which causes a great deal of discomfort and has affected my daily routine. As a casual laborer who sells charcoal to earn a living, I struggle to earn enough money to meet the growing needs of my family. In some cases, my family goes to bed hungry because we don't have enough money to buy food. When I received my February transfers, I was able to purchase five packets of 2kg maize flour, a kg of beans, and green grams, spending a total of $18 on food. I also bought water for personal use because water has become scarce and expensive due to the harsh weather conditions. Additionally, I was able to pay $12 towards my son's secondary school fees, which helped to reduce his outstanding balance. It always worries me when he is sent home because of the huge fees owed. Lastly, I bought a new pair of clothes to replace my two old, worn-out ones. The new clothes make me look presentable, and for a moment, no one can tell that I am facing difficult economic times.

I commend GiveDirectly for employing a smooth and easy process in enrolling recipients. The trainned staff were very kind and asked questions in a kind manner. I urge the orfanisation to continue using the same process which worked well for us.

I am very old and fully depend on my two sons to support me financially. My eyes are teary and pain alot hence I cannot work. I have visited alot of hospitals but the situation with my eyes continues to worsen. When I received my transfer, i paid school fees arrears for my youngest son in secondary school. Paying $5 fee arrears ensured that he remained in school and continue his learning without any interruptions. In addittion, Ispent the remaining $25 on buying food. I purchased seven packets of maize flour, a kilogram of sugar, beans and some vegetables. I am very happy that I never starved of hunger because I had plenty to eat.

I saw an mpesa message on my phone. Since I was not expecting money that day, I was curious to know who could have sent me the money. When I read the contents, I realized the money was from GiveDirectly. I was delighted and thanked them for the financial support.

Being able to take three meals a day is the biggest difference in my daily life. I am a subsistence farmer and providing food for my family was not a challenge untill drought struck. I have to buy food daily which is really costly since I do not have a source of income to rely on. When I received the transfer, I purchased enough maize flour which ensured that food is available for my family.I am at peace because I am assured that before a month ends, GiveDirectly sends the money despite the financial hardships that I am facing.

I spent the whole of my recent transfer on doing l a shopping on foodstuffs which include a bale of maize flour. Providing adequately for my family is now the biggest hardship. I was relying on maize farming which could ensure that there was food security in my household. However, we have not been able to do farming due to a prolonged drought. I am now forced to buy foodstuffs which is costly. I am grateful to GiveDirectly because through the transfer, I was able to buy enough maize flour and daily vegetables. My family was now enjoying three meals a day unlike when I had not receive the money.