Before withdrawing the money, my wife and I sat to deliberate on how we could utilize the transfer on. Since we have been practicing crop farming for several years now, we opted to use the whole amount of $450 in tomato farming. Therefore, we prepared a one-acre piece of land and invested the transfer in it. The aim of doing this was because the season we were in favored tomato growth compared to maize crops. This decision was also derived after serious calculations which we saw will work well in our favor. We usually sell tomatoes in bulk, and one pickup of tomatoes goes for $600. If the tomatoes do well, one can sell up to two pickups of tomatoes per week which gives out $1200. As of now, I am happy to report that my tomatoes did well and in the next two weeks, I will be harvesting hoping to get a good market for them.

I am immensely appreciative of the organization's enormous positive influence on our life. Receiving the transfer has significantly improved our quality of life. The ability to choose our expenditures has given us power in ways we never could have imagined. Our emotions are so grateful for the program's justice that we no longer feel bound by our poverty. We can only hope that this inspirational project will benefit many other villages in the same way that it has benefited us.

After achieving the goals I had established for this move, I came up with an entrepreneurial objective. I want to purchase a piece of land and construct some rental houses once I have some money. After recognizing that rental properties do not underperform in terms of revenue when they are well-managed and have a guaranteed monthly income, this idea was born. By doing this, I will have a source of revenue from the rental collection, which will allow me to provide for the daily and essential requirements of my family while also being able to take care of myself.

My spouse and I rely on agriculture as our source of income, and we have one child. When we received our second payment, we decided to use the money to invest in farming to improve our financial situation. We chose to grow tomatoes, which are known for their profitability. We were previously unable to pursue this venture due to inadequate funds. As a result, I spent $400 on farming expenses and $50 on food. I am excited about the prospect of a successful harvest in the upcoming season, thanks to the funds we received.

The thing that stood out to me the most about the cash disbursement was its unconditional nature. I had never experienced or even heard of receiving money without any strings attached. It was an incredible feeling and a stark contrast to the conditional and sometimes exploitative transactions I had encountered in the past. Equally impressive were the field officers who facilitated the project, they were not only knowledgeable but also friendly and respectful. The enrollment process was also noteworthy as it was both free and fair. There was no discrimination or favoritism, and everyone had an equal chance to participate. It was heartening to see such a transparent and equitable process.

My greatest aspiration is to provide my family with a comfortable home that we can call our own. Furthermore, I wish to acquire a piece of land to expand our farming ventures. To make these goals a reality, I have devised a plan to generate income through the cultivation of tomatoes. By utilizing the profits from our tomato harvest, I am confident that I can accumulate the necessary funds to achieve these dreams. It will require dedication and hard work, but I am willing to put in the effort to create a better future for my family. I believe that with patience and perseverance, I can create a prosperous life for my loved ones and build a legacy that will endure for generations to come.

Among the goals that I had written down was for me to be able to increase the farm inputs, by purchasing more seedlings and fertiliser. This is because it is one of the sectors that I depend on in earning a livelihood. Thus, I used $40 on the same. Secondly, I purchased a wire mesh worth $50 for fencing and lastly bought clothes and foodstuffs with the remaining amount. I am a farmer and a businessman, married to one wife and blessed with a child. I am so grateful for the great milestones that I have achieved. I was unable to accomplish them before due to financial constraints.

The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have accomplished my dream of expanding my farm within a short period. This is a big relief because I would no longer worry about where I would get money in future for our daily upkeep. I am forever grateful for the support that uplifted my life tremendously.

I was at the shopping centre when I received the cash transfer. Amid my errands, I heard my phone buzz with a text message. I reached out into my pocket to check out what the text entailed. On checking, I realized that I had received money from GiveDirectly. I was so excited that I called my wife who was back at home nursing our newborn baby and told her the good news. She was elated with happiness knowing this changed a lot, in our life. In a positive direction. Our lives would be transformed.