"Currently, I work as a motorcycle rider, which enables me to make ends meet, save easily, and work towards achieving my dream. My biggest goal is to start my own goat farm. I firmly believe that the more goats I buy, the more they will give birth, allowing me to easily sell them and make a huge profit in the future. With this profit, I plan to provide the best life for my two sisters and educate them."

"I have a sponsor who supported me, enabling me to enroll in college in January. My goal is to study diligently and pursue a career as a journalist, advocating for the voiceless in society. I strongly believe in doing things correctly, and I firmly believe in the equality of all individuals. I am deeply troubled by injustice and strive to promote peace. As a future journalist, I aspire to enlighten people's minds through education. I plan to study hard and save enough to make my dream come true." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"I had a dream of building a bigger house and thanks to Givedirectly transfers this dream was achieved. I finished with construction and hence my mind is now settled on a new dream. I would like to rent a space and start a vegetable stall. My husband is a motorcycle rider and this usually help take a part of our financial burdens of me. I however would like to chip in more in my family finances and that's is why I am trying to start the business."

"On receiving $450 from GiveDirectly, our biggest challenge at home has been water. The nearest clean water source is over 3 kilometers away. So, I decided to invest $350 in buying a water tank. Now, we can store water for drinking and other needs. With clean water easily available, life has become much easier for me, my wife, and our child. I used $70 to extend our house. This extra room provides more space and comfort for our family. Now, we have a cozy home where we can live comfortably. Thanks to GiveDirectly, we've been able to address our most pressing needs and improve our living conditions." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"A sigh of relief is what the presence of Givedirectly has been in our life as a family. am a father of six with 5 school going children. I make my living by providing motorcycle rides while my wife has a grocery stall next to home from where she makes an income. My oldest is 15 and finished her primary school education as 2022 ended. We had left some debt in the school which was due to financial strains were were going through and we could only get her results to ensure she joined secondary is we cleared that debt. I paid $20 to clear that debt and once it was settled I was able to think about taking her to school in January. I bought some of the school provisions such as shoes and a bag at $14 in November to ensure she had some essentials as she went to school in January. My wife and I combined our transfers and paid $50 for the child to start her form one as the year began. In December all my children wanted clothes for the holidays, we again combine our entire transfers with my wife and bought clothes for all the sic children." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"My primary goal is to enroll in a driving school, a dream that has been on hold for far too long. Currently, I'm diligently saving $10 a portion of the transfer every month. I intend to accumulate $100, then I will be ready to start my training. This endeavor is not just about acquiring a driving skill; it symbolizes a step towards securing employment and establishing a sustainable source of income for my family. The support from GiveDirectly has been a game-changer, and I am sincerely thankful." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"My plans are set on maximizing the use of the cash transfers I am receiving from Givedirectly by enlarging my goat rearing business. I will have a form of savings, nurturing them so that when the need for cash arises, I can sell them and always secure financial stability for my family. I'm excited about the potential this investment holds for the future, thanks to Givedirectly." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"My primary goal is to finally own a motorbike and establish my own business, a step towards securing a stable income to support my family. Beyond personal gains, I dream of opening a shop for my wife in our village, as there are less shops to meet the needs of the villagers.The gratitude we feel for the support provided is immeasurable hence we are forever grateful." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"I am a trained Early childhood educator, I have a certificate in this training and this certificate is allowing me to get a job as a teacher. I had wanted to advance my training and get a diploma. I enrolled and have been attending school but the money for the training has been high hence has forced me to take out loans. I took out a loan of $80 which I have been paying using my transfers. In November I paid $20, in December I paid $30 and in January I paid $20. I now only have $10 left unpaid. The rest of the cash in November went into buying food at $12 and fueling my motorcycle at $2. In December I paid my debts owed the solar company that installed my home solar system at $2 and fueled my motorcycle at an equal amount. In January I mended my children's uniform at $5, I bought them books at $3.7 and paid for the solar debt again at $3 and finally fueled my motorcycle at $2."

"With the recent $450 I received from GiveDirectly, I made choices that aimed at securing a better future for my family. I allocated $200 towards the school fees of my two kids, one in PP1 and the other in Grade 2. I strongly believe that providing them with a good education foundation is crucial for their future success. Recognizing the local economic opportunities, I spent another $200 to purchase four bee hives. Beekeeping is a thriving activity in our area, and I anticipate that the income from the harvest will be substantial. I plan to use this money to improve and expand our small house, making it more comfortable for my family. These decisions, focused on education and economic development, reflect my commitment to securing a brighter future for my children and enhancing our living conditions." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)