"I am a mother of three who does hairdressing from my doorstep, as I don't have a physical salon. With the recent transfer, I spent $30 on braids for my hairdressing business, which will help me provide better services. I currently have eight goats and used $34 of the transfer to purchase another one. My goal is to eventually trade these goats for a cow, which I plan to invest in. Additionally, I spent $14 to buy three chickens, as investing in chickens is promising as they breed quickly and can be sold to help cover my children’s school fees. I also used $15 to pay my children's school fees, ensuring they stay in school and their education remains uninterrupted. With the remaining $9, I purchased food for my family, which brought them much happiness."

"Since age is catching up with me, I have set a goal to continue buying goats and chickens to expand my herd. I currently have about 10 animals, and I am confident that they will be very helpful, especially when this support comes to an end. I plan to sell some of them to support myself. Given that my son, with whom I live, does not have a reliable job, these animals will provide a crucial source of support in the future, reducing my dependence on him. Another goal of mine is to build a better house, as my current one is on the verge of collapse. I can't wait for it to fall apart, so I need to start preparing for a new one as soon as possible. I am planning for the upcoming transfers to fund this project, and I am hopeful that by the time my current support ends, I will have achieved these two goals."

"I currently own five goats and used $34 from the transfers to purchase two more, with the hope that they will multiply and allow me to start my own business. I am expanding my vegetable-selling business, and I spent $15 to increase my stock in order to boost my profits. I also spent $14 to buy new clothes, as my old ones were worn out, and $10 for new shoes to complete my outfit. Additionally, I spent $20 on food to ensure my family has enough to eat. With the remaining $9, I bought three chickens to add to my current flock of six. I believe investing in chickens is a good strategy, as they can multiply and eventually be exchanged for goats."

"I am a mother of three children: one who is currently in school and two who are not yet of school age. With the transfer, I spent $25 to pay my child’s school fees to ensure he isn’t sent home and his education remains uninterrupted. I also bought him a new uniform for $10, as his old one was worn out and no longer looked presentable. Now he looks much more polished. Additionally, I spent $14 on new clothes for myself to ensure I look presentable when going out. As part of my plan to build a three-room house, I am purchasing metal sheets each month. I spent $20 on two metal sheets and have started the construction process, hoping to buy more sheets soon. I used part of the transfer to purchase four chickens for $19. I believe investing in chickens is a good strategy because they can multiply quickly, allowing me to sell them and use the proceeds to cover my children’s school fees. With the remaining $14, I bought food for my family to ensure we have enough to eat."

"I am involved in burning and selling charcoal, which supports my family’s needs. Currently, I do not have any goats or cows, but I have set a goal to acquire at least two goats before the end of the year. My plan is to sell my twenty chickens once they mature and use the proceeds to purchase a goat. I believe investing in goats is a smart move because they reproduce quickly, allowing me to eventually sell them and save up for a cow. This cow will not only help me with land preparation but will also be hired out to my neighbors, providing an additional source of income for us that will eventually improve our living standards."

"As soon as I received the cash, I decided to buy a goat, something I had been wanting for a long time. I spent about $30 on it, with the hope of eventually raising enough goats to trade for a dairy cow, which would bring even greater benefits. Unfortunately, I fell ill and had to go to the hospital, where I was diagnosed with chest issues and malaria. I was admitted and needed treatment, but I didn’t have the means to cover the costs. So, I made the difficult decision to sell the goat and added another $30 from the transfer to pay for my treatment and clear the bills. I am deeply grateful for the support I received because I’m not sure how I would have managed without it, especially since I still live with my parents, who are also struggling. After I recovered, I used $30 to buy five chickens, trusting that God would bless me with more to help ease my financial burdens. With the remaining $12, I bought enough food, as the doctor advised, to support my recovery after being discharged from the hospital."

"My main goal for the coming year is to build a rental house on the plot of land I already own. This is a dream I've had for a long time, and now, with the earnings from my chicken-selling business and upcoming transfers, I see it becoming a reality. Each month, I carefully set aside a portion of my profits, knowing that every small saving brings me closer to my dream. I also plan to save a part of the GiveDirectly transfer to contribute to this goal, as I believe the house will be a long-term investment that can provide a steady income for my family. Furthermore, I see this rental house as the foundation for a brighter and more secure future, where I can rely on its income to support my children's education and our daily needs."

"For this coming year and beyond, my plan is to continue repaying the solar panel I purchased on credit, where I have a balance of $220, using my transfers from GiveDirectly to ensure I meet my financial obligations. Additionally, my house is in a state where it is beyond repair and on the verge of collapsing. Because of this, I have plans of building a new house whereby I will be buying building materials strategically. I intent to invest a portion of my transfers in a chicken business and then use the capital and profits to buy more materials for construction. Currently, I have 16 iron sheets, with a balance of 4 iron sheets needed for the house. My plan is to slowly buy the last few iron sheets and other things I will need to finish my house and give my family a secure place to live. After my house is completed, I want to redirect my transfers and use some of them to start a kiosk where I will sell some domestic goods would help us earn extra money to support my family with daily needs. My goal in combining all of this is to provide my family with a stable and long-lasting future."

"For a long time, I lived a miserable life when it came to where I slept. I spent years sleeping on an old mat with torn sheets, which left me waking up with fatigue and pain, especially in my spine. This constant discomfort affected my productivity at work and took a toll on me both emotionally and psychologically. I had lost hope of ever getting a decent bed. I offer motorcycle services in my village, but it’s barely profitable, and what I earn only covers the basics. Recently, however, I used about $68 to buy a comfortable bed and mattress for myself since I am a bachelor with no children. Now, I sometimes oversleep because of how comfortable the bedding is, and I can’t express enough gratitude to this organization for making this possible. I also purchased a solar panel for $25, and I’m paying off the remaining amount in $0.5 instalments each day. Now, I have enough light at night, and I can easily charge my phone, which used to be a struggle. Additionally, I bought a chicken for $4, which I’m now raising at home with the hope that it will hatch and multiply, bringing more benefits to my life. I used the remaining $5 to buy food that has sustained me for several days as I continue my daily hustle."

"Now that my kiosk, which I had always dreamed of owning, is up and running, my plan is to continue using a portion of the transfers I will receive from GiveDirectly to expand it into a larger store that will offer a wide variety of goods. This expansion is essential for me to create a more sustainable income source for my family. Some time ago, I purchased a solar system on credit for $37, which requires monthly payments. Currently, I have a debt balance of $16, and I plan to use a portion of my transfers to clear this debt as soon as possible. Once I have finished paying off the solar system, I intend to expand my poultry business by increasing the number of chickens I have and building a larger structure for them. This will not only improve their living conditions but also enhance my capacity to produce more poultry, contributing to my family's financial stability. Through these efforts, I am hopeful that I will be able to create a thriving business that supports my family and provides for our needs in the long term."