"I have always dreamed of owning a large herd of livestock, especially goats, as they are easy to manage in our region considering our climate. In the future, these goats will be a valuable asset that I can rely on, particularly when this program comes to an end. Therefore, my plan for the coming year and beyond is to continue investing a portion of my transfers into buying more goats, hoping they will multiply and increase in number and value. Once I have a sizeable herd, I intend to sell some of them and use the proceeds, along with a portion of my transfers, to renovate my house, which needs repairs. My house needs some repairs, and currently, repairing it is going to be quite costly. I therefore chose a different strategy of acquiring goats, letting them multiply and sell them in the future, and using the proceeds for renovation. Once this is achieved, it will bring me great happiness. I am truly grateful to GiveDirectly for showing me a light for the future I have always dreamed of."

"Currently, I have 10 goats, and my plan for this year and beyond is to continue using a portion of my transfers to purchase more. My hope is that these goats will multiply and grow in number and value, giving me something to rely on in the future, especially when this program comes to an end. In addition, my house is in urgent need of renovations as it is on the verge of collapsing. To improve it, I have been buying building materials using my previous transfers and I intend to continue using another portion of my future transfers to gradually buy more building materials to enable this project to come to fruition. Once the repairs are complete, I intend to allocate some of my transfers toward purchasing a new bed and mattress, as the ones I have are worn out and uncomfortable. I want to make sure I can sleep comfortably at night and have a good rest. I am hopeful that I will be able to achieve all these goals, and I am truly grateful for the support GiveDirectly has provided."

"As a parent without a stable job and source of income with a child in secondary school whose school fee is quite high, my top priority is to ensure her education continues without interruption, especially from being sent home to collect unpaid fees. My plan for the coming year and beyond is to continue using a portion of my transfers that I receive from GiveDirectly to consistently pay her school fees, ensuring she stays in school. Additionally, I am a farmer, and as a farmer, the costs of preparing my land have been a heavy burden. Each farming season, I have had to hire a tractor or plowing bulls, which is quite expensive. To reduce these costs, I have embarked on a journey to acquire two sets of plowing bulls, which would allow me to plow my farm and save on preparation expenses. To reach this goal, I started by purchasing goats and poultry with my previous transfers, and I plan to continue using a portion of future transfers to buy more. My hope is that these animals will multiply and increase in value, enabling me to trade them for the cows I have always dreamed of owning. These cows will help me work on a larger piece of land, securing more food for my family. I remain hopeful that these dreams will come true."

"In the coming year and beyond, I am focused on making investments that will eventually replace the GiveDirectly transfers, as the five years of support we were promised is coming to an end. Establishing a solid investment will help ease my financial stress, which is why I have chosen to invest in goat rearing. I am pleased to have already acquired ten goats through my transfers, and I am working diligently to obtain more by setting aside part of my transfer each month to buy one goat while using the remainder for other domestic needs. I also invested in chickens, but unfortunately, all except one died; I took the surviving chicken to a friend's place for care. I aspire to have an animal farm and am determined to make this happen. These animals will help me support my children's education, as I plan to sell some in the future to cover their school fees."

"I currently have ten goats and ten chickens, a venture I started as soon as I began receiving the GiveDirectly transfers. My plan is to allow the goats to breed so I can sell them to cover my children's school fees and eventually trade them for cows. I also take care of my neighbor's chickens and apply my skills to manage my own flock. I am confident that, over time, both my goats and chickens will thrive and multiply, providing opportunities to sell or trade them, which will help establish a reliable income stream to support my family's needs. Ensuring my children receive a good education is very important to me, and this will help make that possible. However, I have paused further investments in chickens and goats due to the ongoing drought, as I'm concerned about losing some of my livestock to the harsh weather conditions. Therefore, I want to focus on the animals I already have while monitoring the climate. Once the weather improves, I plan to resume my projects as originally intended."

"I successfully built a house for my sons, as I had promised, using my monthly transfers from GiveDirectly. In the coming year and beyond, my goal is to build a single-room house for my daughters, as it’s important for them to have their own space and privacy. In addition, I’m focused on a project to buy goats, giving me two key goals for the upcoming year. As a member of a merry-go-round group, I plan to save part of my transfers and invest in goats when my turn comes. Since goats multiply quickly, I’ll sell some to build up my savings, which will help me purchase building materials. Once I complete the project of building my daughters' house, I’ll shift my focus to buying a cow. Although buying a cow outright is challenging due to the high cost, this strategy will allow me to acquire one over time."

"I used the money from my transfers to finance my hairdressing education, and I’m thrilled that it enabled me to complete my course. Now that my business is thriving, I’m able to support my children’s education and work towards building a secure future for all of us. Currently, I’m running a salon business from home. In the coming year and beyond, I aim to build our own house on the land we own. To achieve this, I save part of my monthly transfer through a savings group to enable me achieve this. For now, I’m staying with my parents. With my most recent transfer, I allocated a significant portion towards this project to give it a strong boost. I’ve also started goat rearing and have managed to buy two goats. I chose this investment because goats multiply quickly, increasing their financial value. Once they’ve multiplied, I plan to sell some to support other projects, such as the building project I hope to begin soon"

"My plan for this year and the years to come is to increase the number of goats I own using the next transfer from GiveDirectly. By expanding my livestock, I will be able to provide my family with a steady source of income and milk, which will greatly improve our livelihood. The goats will also allow me to save for the future and meet other essential needs for my children. The thought of achieving this fills my heart with joy and satisfaction, as I know it will elevate my family to a new level of stability and comfort. GiveDirectly's support has given me hope, and I am excited about the brighter future ahead."

"My main goal for this year and the years to come is to increase the number of goats I own to ten. Additionally, I want to ensure that my five children continue to stay in school, as their education is very important to me. I plan to use the next transfer from GiveDirectly to help make these goals a reality. This support will allow me to invest in more goats, which will provide additional income and resources for my family. I also intend to focus on other priorities, such as farming, to create a sustainable source of food and income. With these plans in place, I am hopeful for a brighter future for my family, where we can thrive and succeed together."

"Recently, I was overjoyed and deeply grateful to receive $450 from GiveDirectly because I knew this would help bring my plans to life. I used $160 to buy two goats, as they thrive in my area and are a long-term investment that will generate income even after GiveDirectly's support ends. Additionally, I spent $99 on construction materials, specifically poles, to rebuild my house. My previous home was damaged by floods, and I want to use these poles, along with other materials from the damaged house, to build a new one on higher ground, safe from future flooding. Food has always been a challenge for my family. We often had to skip meals, so I used $88 to buy food that would last us for two months. This has given me peace of mind, knowing my family won’t have to worry about where our next meal will come from during this period. I also have two children in primary school, and I used $30 to pay their school fees. This has ensured they stay in school consistently, unlike before, when they would miss days due to unpaid fees. Finally, I spent $12 to buy ten chicks, as I plan to start poultry farming. This will help ensure that my assistance becomes sustainable, providing a steady income for my household. With poultry farming, I can meet my family’s daily needs without struggling as much as before. GiveDirectly’s support has truly transformed my life, enabling me to invest in long-term solutions for my family."