"After getting $450 from GiveDirectly, I decided to use it wisely. I used $260 to fence one acre of land for farming. This fence will keep wild animals away and protect my crops from risks. Then, I spent $40 on mango seedlings. Mangos grow well here, and there's a good market for them. Finally, I invested $120 in buying two sheep. I plan to take care of them so they can multiply, and I can sell them if needed in emergencies." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"Previously, I worked as a boda boda rider, but now I'm enrolled in a mechanical course to improve my prospects. I strongly believe in expanding my skill set to secure better employment opportunities. Before receiving these transfers, I had no means of income to support myself. I am happy that I have been able to purchase a motorcycle through monthly payments and now I cover my course fees with the transfers. I allocated $27 to purchase a small goat, which I believe will prove useful in the future. Additionally, $34 went towards purchasing food for my family during Christmas festivities, and another $34 was utilized to settle my brother's pending school fee debt. The remaining funds were allocated to cover my mechanical course fees. This project has injected hope into my life, and I eagerly anticipate the future with optimism."

"My eldest daughter, Pendo, recently joined high school and required new school uniforms, shoes, and admission fees. As a motorcycle taxi rider, my husband could not raise enough funds to purchase these items, as the business was not doing well. So, I allocated $34 towards these requirements, ensuring that my daughter reported to school and started her learning on time. I also paid $10 for her three siblings in primary school to settle their school fees for the ongoing term. I am relieved that I only have to worry about their next term school needs now. I spent $24 on a goat and two hens. I hope that these animals will reproduce wealth that I can use to provide for my children in the future. I am also glad that my children enjoyed the last Christmas in new clothes and shoes that I acquired for $34. With the cash transfers, it has been easier to bring such joy to my family that before seemed challenging."

"In order to better support my growing family, especially after recently getting married, I realize the need to diversify my income beyond my motorcycle taxi business, which has proven insufficient. One idea I have is to purchase an additional motorcycle that I can rent out. Although this may be challenging due to the high cost of a new motorcycle, approximately $1000, I am determined to make it happen with perseverance and commitment. Since I am not currently part of any savings platform, I have decided to save my transfers by investing in livestock, specifically goats. Goats are affordable and multiply quickly, making them a suitable investment option for me. Each month, I plan to use the entire transfer amount( $34) to purchase a goat. Over time, I will accumulate enough goats to sell and raise a significant amount of money. I understand that due to other financial commitments, this project may take longer than expected to reach fruition, but my goal is to achieve it no matter how long it takes. By diligently saving and investing in goats, I am confident that I can diversify my income and provide better support for my family's needs in the future."

"Through the transfers I receive, I was able to assist my husband in purchasing a second-hand motorcycle, which he now uses for a taxi business, a move that significantly boosted our household income. I achieved this by investing part of the monthly transfers, approximately $15 into poultry farming by buying chicks at a lower price, raising them for a few months, and then selling them at a profit. Since this strategy has proven successful before, I plan to use it again to raise enough money to expand our house. Currently, our house has only two rooms, and we need an additional room for our two growing children. I aim to accomplish this by the end of this year, as next year, the added expense of our eldest child starting school may make it more challenging to undertake such a project. Furthermore, considering my parents' financial constraints in supporting my sister's education, I will allocate part of the transfers for this cause. I plan to set aside at least $15 for her school fees and $10 for the poultry project, and use the remaining amount for other household needs."

"My house would be still leaking had it not been for Givedirectly transfers. I am so thankful that my house was repaired as a result of receiving Givedirectly transfers, I used $34 to pay for the repair of my grass thatched roof that had been washed down during the rainy season and it was leaking then. I now have a roof that does not leak and can live in the house even during the rains. I bought food using the transfers at $29. I spent $20 on my motorcycle business. I also got myself a new pair of shoes at $15." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"My life has become very easy thanks to Givedirectly transfers. I am a motorcycle rider and at some point my wife ran a small road side food stall which contributed to our income, however one of our children fell ill and we ended up using money from the food stall until we closed it up, our child is better now but my wife has no means of making an income and so I am the sole provider from my motorcycle business. Through this business I am able to buy food but due to the high inflation Givedirectly transfers have helped with keeping my children in school. I used my transfers to buy shoes for two of my children at $20, I paid school fees for each of my three school going children of $20 each which is $60 total. I also bought sugar for the family on a monthly basis at $4" (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"On receiving the cash transfer, I used $200, to boy some goats and chickens. It feels good knowing I have them, like a little safety net. My kids are still in preschool, so thinking about their future, it's a relief. Then, $80 went into my wife's tailoring classes. She had to quit because of money issues, but now she's back at it. I hope once she's done, she'll be able to work and help support us. With $150, I built a kitchen and a storage shed for our maize. It's a small step towards making things easier. I'm a rider, but the money I make barely covers food. My wife doesn't have a job, so it's all on me. But with these changes, I'm feeling a bit more hopeful about the future." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"My immediate goal is to enroll in a driving school, which I see as a step towards securing better employment opportunities. With increased income, my next aim is to upgrade to a bigger house to accommodate my growing family's needs, providing them with a more comfortable living space. Once this is done, I will venture into livestock keeping, as I see it as a sustainable source of income. Thanks to GiveDirectly for giving me a chance to build a better life for my family." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"I intend to relocate my self to the new location around June this year and I also planning to do some business, and also plan to a second hand motorcycle to support my business"