"I was very much excited when I received my transfer from GiveDirectly, the joyed of receiving payment from GD will never be forgotten in my life. Completing the plastering and floor laying of my house had been so difficult to do due to financial constrained.However, The moment I received my transfer, portion of the money was used to buy cement.I fell so much relieved now knowing that my plan to complete my house is now going to be successful." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"The biggest difference in my life is that I was not able to build a new house. I was not even thinking of paying for motorcycle but now I'm going to get a motorbike. I was really thinking about my daughter school fees this year. I really worry about my family conditions but with the help of GiveDirectly I'm now happy. I'm going to finish with my house first,them paid for this motorbike wish i went to buy,and be running it to provide for my family. I really give GiveDirectly a big thanks for their support, that wish I'm going to be someone now in the future."

"I had just arrived in the village when I heard and saw people shouting and and dancing. They informed me that Givedirectly has sent the money they promised and I quickly went at the network area to check my account balance wherein I saw my money on my sim. I was happy seeing my money. I started making plans in my head right away about paying my fees at a heavy duty driving school." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"I paid my children school fees and started paying for my motorcycle" (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"I felt so happy when I received my money. I have not seeing that kind of money my entire life. I was overwhelmed when I saw it. My husband is a commercial motorcycle rider. He took the motorcycle on loan. He pays my school fees, pays the rent and caters to our family needs. I feel bad sometimes when things get tough and as the woman of the home I'm not in the position to help out. Thankfully, GiveDirectly came to my town and I was fortunate to get enrolled in this cash program. I'm so thankful our lives will improve after receiving all of the transfers."

"I went on the farmt that has network area and i saw the transfer message that make me to dance and shout. With this money my dream of owning a house has come through. Im going to zinc my house because i want move in it quicky. I also didnt have money to pay children school fees but thank God for GiveDirectly." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"I felt so happy when I received my money. I was one of the last in my town to receive transfer from GiveDirectly after going through the registration peocess. I felt so sad when others received theirs. My husband is a commercial motorcycle rider. Our family burden is on him alone. Things have been a bit difficult for us. I'm so grateful that I got enrolled in the GiveDirectly cash program. Our family will not be poor anymore. I was so excited when I received my money. I am grateful to God for this opportunity." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"As the head of my home, seeing my children sleeping in a hallway on the floor is so heartbreaking. I sell palmoil for a living. The business was going good at first. With the economy now a days business is moving slow.Things have been a bit difficult for my family. I always wanted to build a house but have not been able due to the lack of money. Its a privilege to be enrolled on the GiveDirectly program. I was overwhelmed when I received my transfer. Yes! My new goal is to buy a motorcycle for business.I want my family to have a comfortable place to stay. With that my children will be healthy and our lives will be better."

"No! I don't have any new goals. I am a poor man. I have suffered in life. Things were so hard on me. I took a motorcycle on loan to run as commercial bike. I run and pay the loan weekly. I was astonished when I got enrolled in the GiveDirectly cash program. My goal has always been to build a house. I am going to stick to my old goal till I accomplish it. I'm grateful. After this program my life will improve."

"The biggest difference in my daily life now is, my life is shifting from poverty to prosperity. I have been out of school for three years, I am using some of my money to go back to school. I can just wait to see myself back on campus. I have inner joy daily. I am also reconditioning my house. GiveDirectly has actually done me will. My future will be better." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)