"I live with my three children in my grandmother's house. By the end of next year, my goal is to have completed building my own house. Once we've settled into our new home, I intend to use the transfers from GiveDirectly to purchase more goats, pay for my children's school fees, and buy food for our daily sustenance. I am hopeful that these goats will multiply and increase in number hence grow into a huge flock which will in future be traded for cows and in turn provide a financial security for emergencies in the future. If needed, I can sell them and use the proceeds to address any unexpected issues that may arise and needed attention."

"Completing the renovation of my house is my immediate goal, and I'm diligently saving in my local savings group to make it happen. Once the house renovation is complete, my focus will shift to building a shed for the chickens. I hope that they will multiply and bring me additional income. Eventually, I wish to expand my livestock farming where I will sell the chicken and buy goats in hopes that they too will multiply, sell them in future and venture into cows.These steps will not only secure our financial stability but also fulfill my dreams of providing a comfortable life for my family."

"With my prior transfers, I had already purchased poultry with the hopes that they would multiply and grow in number. Using the chickens that have multiplied, I plan to sell them, acquire goats in the hopes that they will also multiply, trade them for cows, and eventually start a livestock farm, specializing in cows. In order for my children to be able to support themselves and take care of me in the future, I also plan to urge them to finish their school and support them utilizing the transfers i receive from Givedirectly."

"I am a mother of four children. I currently burn and sell charcoal. I want to invest in goats as I currently have six but by the end of this year, will make sure I get to ten and later exchange them for cows.I also have two chicken and I believe when they hatch they can easily multiply and I can also sell them when faced with financial challenge and also when my children are chased out of school, I can easily sell them as well and take them back to school. My joy is to see my children well educated and achieve their goals in life."

"Receiving this money means means investing. My desire has been to start livestock keeping but due to financial constraints this dream has never come true. I am planning to spend $ 800 to purchase a dairy cow and few 5 goats. Approximately, the cow can produce upto 20 litres of milk in a day which I can earn upto $16 in a day. This will be a source of income to my family of 7. Other than that, I will use the remaining amount for farming for consumption use."

"My goal in the coming year and beyond is to continue raising goats with the plan to increase their numbers significantly. As they multiply, I aim to exchange some of these goats for cows, which would be a substantial step up in terms of livestock value and utility. Having a diverse and large number of livestock in my compound would not only bring me immense pride but also provide a sense of security and accomplishment. This strategy is part of my broader vision to establish a solid foundation for starting my own family. With a stable source of income and resources from my livestock, I believe managing a family will become simpler and more manageable. This goal is not just about financial stability; it's about creating a legacy and a sustainable way of life that can support my loved ones for years to come."

"I currently make a living by selling small fish known as Omena. However, I have aspirations to diversify my income by investing in goats. I currently have five goats and my ultimate goal is to exchange these goats for cows, after they multiply. With cows, I aim to acquire bulls to help till our land and a dairy cow from which I can milk and sell the produce. The earnings from these ventures will not only assist in paying my children's school fees but also support my husband, who is the primary breadwinner of our family."

"I pray to the Almighty God to guide me in transforming my life. I am determined to break free from my current circumstances and pursue a brighter future. My plan is to invest in livestock, starting with chickens and gradually expanding to goats and eventually cows. By selling the chickens, I will be able to acquire goats, which will in turn provide a foundation for obtaining cows. These animals will not only multiply, but also provide valuable resources like milk and the bulls that I will acquire will be used for farming. Additionally, I have ventured into buying and selling dried fish to further increase my income. Each step of this journey is driven by my desire to elevate our living standards and create a sustainable future for myself and my family."

"In life, possessing essential skills is vital for survival. Presently, I am diligently saving to enroll in a driving school, aiming to acquire the necessary expertise to operate a large truck. As a current motorcycle rider and livestock keeper, I tend to five chickens and four goats. My strategy involves allowing these animals to multiply, eventually selling them to fund the acquisition of bulls and dairy cows. Bulls will assist me in land preparation, while dairy cows will provide milk for sale and personal use, such as in tea-making. The income generated will significantly improve my family's living standards."

"As a mother of five children, I ensure their education remains my utmost priority. Recognizing the need for a sustainable income, I've decided to invest in livestock, focusing on goats for their ease of multiplication. At present, I have eight goats, with two expecting babies, alongside two sheep. Previously, when my children were sent out of school, I would sell chickens to cover their expenses. However, this strategy limited my long-term plans, as I intended to transition to goat farming. Thankfully, with the support from GiveDirectly, I can now directly invest in goats. My aim is to gradually expand my livestock holdings, eventually including cows, as they multiply. This approach not only ensures a stable income but also strengthens my ability to support my children's education in the long run."