"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I now own goats. I settled n keeping them because first, they can survive in any climatic condition and because my village is a semi-arid region I believe they will still do well. Also, they require minimal supervision, and considering my age I beeve this was the best decision. Also, they reproduce twice a year and their offsprings mature faster compared to any other domestic animal. My plan is when they multiply, I will start a business of selling the offspring as soon as they mature to the local markets and this will be a potential business that will definitely change my life completely."

"Iam very happy and i would like to use the money to take my mother to the hospital and some buy food for the family" (Occupation: Small business)

"I will the transfers to build a house, a dairy cow and start a small business. I have been thinking of doing these but because I don't have work, I can save enough to implement these plans. Once I get this money my priority will be to build modern house."

"Receiving this money will help me add 10 goats to my herd. Goat farming has helped me get income in the recent past. Getting money to expand will be a big boost for me. My plan is adding 10 more goats at a cost of 300 USD. I also plan on using 100 USD to start a small business of selling groceries. My target is market days in locations within my area of residence."

"I intend to use the money for buying Iron sheets, house utensils and other items. I will also buy food and use the other money to do business and generate income."

"I was very happy and excited since it was my first time to receive a lot of money and the money has really helped me a lot and my family" (Occupation: Small business)

"I am now looking forward to renovate my house in terms of finishings such as floor and plaster both inside and out. I didnt have beddings too hence I will buy for me and for the kids. The other will go towards food and the mandasi business I am in" (Occupation: Small business)

"I am a business minded person but lack of capital is what has been pulling me back. With this money from Give Directly ,I will be able to open a grocery business. I will be moving door to door selling vegetables,fruits and other groceries depending on the demand. I will start by investing 50 USD in the business. I also have a plan of rearing goats. I will begin by buying 5 goats each at a cost of 30 USD. Goats multiply very fast and and I know will be a good investment for me within a short time." (Occupation: Small business)

"The biggest hardship is finding money to buy food." (Occupation: Small business)

"Wiil boost my business" (Occupation: Small business)