"I was able to comprehend the straightforward information provided by GiveDirectly, which gave us detailed instructions on how to complete each step of the enrollment process and accept both transfers. Even if any homes were excluded, they would always ask for and be given a clear explanation based on the stringent rules that the officers were at the time following. Because they showed respect to everyone in the community via their words and deeds, the officers were competent and professional in their work. The project was well received by all, therefore nothing has to be amended going forward." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"After receiving the second transfer, I decided to build a house for my three boys, who had been sharing our house. I instructed them to head to the forest to look for rafters because I already had the building poles. I then purchased iron sheets and paid the builder to begin the house. The sum of the labor fee and the cost of the construction materials came to $210. My kids are currently quite content with the freedom they enjoy thanks to owning their own house. As I was residing in the same house as the larger lads, I am also relieved that I no longer had to sacrifice my privacy. After that, I spent $310 on a used motorcycle. The motorcycle was purchased to have a source of money to support my essential necessities. My older son transports people and small amounts of stuff on this motorcycle for a fee between various locations"

"After losing all of my livestock, which I had placed a high value on in the hope that they would help me pay my children's school fees. I currently have two daughters in secondary school, and while paying their school fees is difficult, I am hopeful that the help I will receive from my neighbors will supplement the meager income I earn from subsistence farming and operating a motorcycle taxi. I'm hoping to clear all of their school fees in time to allow them to study with other students."

"I bought a dairy cow with the second transfer's $300. Although it is essential, especially in our location, we did not own one. The cow will be useful in the future, especially when it comes to paying for my children's tuition. We shall have another after it gives birth, and the milk it produces will be sufficient for our needs and for selling the extra. Since the market for motorcycle taxi services has recently become over saturated, my spouse, who is the primary breadwinner, does not make enough money from it to meet our demands. Consequently, the money we will make from the cow will increase our household's income. In addition, my three school-age children were staying at home because we lacked the funds to pay their tuition on time. So I paid the $50 they owed the school in full, and I'm happy they were able to attend all of their classes this year. In order to replace the worn-out garments my kids had, I also purchased $100 worth of clothing for them. We bought two bags of maize with the remaining $80 for usage in the house. We are appreciative for how the transfers have changed our life." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)

"I am planning to hire a tractor to assist in farming my piece of land of 10 acres, which is about kshs 50,000. I do subsistence farming for a living and when it is done by casual workers it is time-consuming and very expensive. I am expecting to have a good life, with the good rains I will harvest about 25 bags of maize and beans, of which I will use part of it for consumption while the rest will be for sale. I will therefore open a savings account for my children's school fees. This will help in paying school fees in advance and I am expecting them to have good grades which will be a factor when choosing the best courses to undertake in college education. I am having an additional goal of buying a brand-new motorcycle on loan. It costs kshs 400,000. This is meant for business purposes, especially during online deliveries."

"My husband and I have nine children; I sell charcoal and my husband does any available casual jobs to make ends meet. Life has not been easy because we were all reliant on our meager earnings to make ends meet. After receiving my transfer, we decided to repair our motorcycle so that my husband could use it in his transportation, for which we spent $170. It was packed at home because we couldn't afford to repair it. Second, I paid $40 in school fees for my children and then spent $60 renovating my house. Finally, I spent the remaining funds on groceries. I'm glad I was able to accomplish so much that I couldn't before because of financial constraints."

"My dream was to be able to buy a motorcycle so that I could transport farm produce. I knew this would make my job easier because I would be able to save time and money. However, due to a financial conflict, this was never easy. As a result, when I received my second transfer, I purchased a $400 motorcycle. I am a subsistence farmer who also raises goats. I am currently single and do not have any children. In addition, I chose to buy groceries worth $30 and later pay school fees for my nephew, who is frequently with the remaining funds. I am overjoyed and grateful that the transfer from GiveDirectly has significantly improved my standard of living."

"I own a small business in Mnazimwenga Trading Center where I sell bicycle and motorcycle spare parts. B business has been declining in recent months due to the loss of business from the motorcycle taxi operators, . My income has been impacted as a result, and I am unable to replenish my supply of necessities. So when I got my January transfers, I spent $20 more on additional business supplies. I'm happy that more customers came into my store as a result, and I also made a good profit. In addition, I contributed $10 toward my five children' tuition at Mnazimwenga Primary School. They were able to stay in school as a result, and the head teacher did not send them home. I finally bought my family two 2 kg packets of maize flour. Now that the farms are no longer productive due to the severe effects of the drought, hunger is the biggest issue I have to deal with. We have to survive on two meals a day or, if things get worse, one meal a day because the food we buy is so expensive. I value the financial assistance in helping me stay out of precarious situations."

"My husband works as a motorcycle taxi and has a hard time making ends meet. This year, I want to help my family by paying off some of the household expenses. When the growth and expansion of my tailoring business occur, I will have a better opportunity to make a good income. I want to get a new, better sewing machine so I can finish all the orders I get on time. As a way to draw in more customers, increase my revenue, and support my family, I would also love to open a larger shop in a town center."

"After accomplishing a lot with the second transfer, the only goal I have left is to boost my dairy farming. I intend to save enough money from the taxi business to purchase two more dairy cows. Achieving this desire will increase milk production, resulting in more income for the family. The money I will make from selling milk will reduce the burden of providing basic needs for the family, like food. I also intend to save some for my kids' education and invest in other development projects." (Occupation: Motorcycle or bicycle taxi)