"I used to think of dreaming as a pursuit of the ric but now I would county myself a dreamer. I have 30 chicken which I sell and buy as well as breed. I plan on increasing this numbers by much more. I also plan on starting a shop. When the chicken are many I can sell as significant number and buy goats which I can breed and sell off to have money and start a retail shop business for general household items."

"Upon receiving the transfers, I used $20 to purchase a goat, a first for me since I started receiving funds. Initially, I had focused on expanding my vegetable-selling business with most of the funds. Now that the business is making gradual progress, I saw an opportunity to venture into livestock. I believe that owning a goat will increase my wealth through reproduction, providing potential capital for future business endeavors. I allocated $10 to buy two hens and $4 for chicken feeds. This strategic move was driven by the desire to diversify my investments. With $15, I covered the school fees for my three siblings. My parents were struggling to raise the tuition fees and wanted to ensure that my siblings wouldn't miss school due to unpaid fees. Finally, I spent $53 on increasing the stock for my vegetable-selling stand. I am pleased with the progress of the business, generating at least $7 in daily profit. This not only caters to my current needs but also contributes to my savings."

"My ultimate goal is to be able to support the education of my four children and provide daily meals for them. I am glad the cash transfers have played a crucial role in supporting these aspects over the past few years, but I am aware that they will not be here for the long run. To secure a sustainable source of income, I have set a goal for the coming year and beyond—to establish a livelihood through livestock ownership, specifically by rearing chickens and goats. As they multiply, I intend to sell them, creating a continuous source of funds that will enable me to meet the ongoing needs of my children."

"After receiving $450 from GiveDirectly, I had to make careful choices to improve my family's life. With $55, I bought food because my four kids and I were hungry. Our rivers had dried up, and we hadn't grown any food for a while. Then, I used $150 to buy 70 chicks, their food, and feeding equipment. This helped boost my poultry farming, which was struggling. Before, I only sold 30 eggs a day, making $6. Now, after six months, I'll sell 60 eggs daily, earning $12 each day. To protect the chickens, I spent $70 on fencing the compound. Knowing my kids needed privacy as they grew, I allocated $80 to finish a room for them. And for a long-term investment, I used another $80 to buy two goats. These choices weren't just about spending money—they were about securing a better future for my family."

"My current objective is to acquire more livestock, particularly goats and chickens, and raise them. At present, I own two goats and sixteen chickens, which are valuable assets for me given our poor financial status. Previously, it was challenging to purchase and care for livestock because of our financial situation while also providing for our family's needs. However, I recently received a good harvest from my farm, which has ensured that my family has enough food. As a result, we can now comfortably enjoy three meals a day without any financial strain. This has provided me with an opportunity to invest in the livestock I have always wanted to have. I am confident that I can use the livestock to meet my future financial needs by selling these animals as they increase in number."

"From the moment I started receiving my transfers, I saw an opportunity to improve my life. I joined a merry-go-round savings group, where I save $15 each month. Alongside this, I invest in chickens. Currently, I have eight chickens and four chicks. I bought two chickens at $5 each, spending $10. The remaining $9 I used for personal items like sanitary pads and soap, ensuring both financial stability and personal hygiene."

"Currently, I don't have a stable job, but I contribute to house construction by mixing cement and sand to make ends meet. My future looks bright because I am planning to build my own house, and later I will invest in chickens and sell them after they hatch. I already have twenty chickens and am confident that by the time I am done with house construction, they will have hatched. Right now, my main focus is constructing my own house. Living with six of us in one room is becoming so uncomfortable. I have purchased twenty iron sheets and believe I will soon be able to buy building sticks and stones to start building. This will fulfill my dream and give us confidence in society."

"I am a fisherman who occasionally does motorcycle rides to make ends meet. I have two children and a wife. My wife is a stay at home mother and is a seasonal farmer. Givedrectly transfers have provided a lifeline for my family and I. I do not make much from the work I do, my income weekly is between $5 to $10 depending on how frequently I am hired to help with motorcycle rides or go fishing. my family would have had many days of sleeping hungry had it not been for transfers, I have recently spent $48 0n food from my transfers, $16 monthly, I have bought four chicken each at $5 all together costing $20. I also use my transfers to get essential toiletries such as soap and body oil at $25 cumulatively. I saved $10 to a village savings group. I always leave something unused to cater for any emergencies."

"I am eager to utilize my upcoming transfers to enhance my poultry-raising enterprise, aiming to augment the size of my hen population and thereby boost my revenue from chicken sales. The invaluable financial assistance I've received has enabled me to make prudent investments, fostering financial stability for the future, a prospect that fills me with great satisfaction."

"As the sole provider for my family of five, I lack a stable source of income and rely on subsistence farming and occasional charcoal production. While these endeavors barely meet our needs, the transfers we receive have been invaluable in ensuring our basic necessities are met, including the educational requirements of my children. Following the loss of my husband, these transfers have provided vital support, particularly during critical junctures such as my child's transition to junior high school at the beginning of this year. Without this assistance, my child may have faced challenges in meeting essential requirements, potentially hindering their education. In addition to addressing immediate needs, I usually invest a portion of the transfers in livestock, primarily chickens and goats. Given the financial constraints, I initially prioritize the purchase of chickens, which are more affordable. By raising them and subsequently trading them for goats, I aim to gradually build up my livestock assets. Goats, in particular, are appealing due to their manageable nature and the ease with which they can be sold, serving as a reliable source of income during times of financial uncertainty. This strategic approach to investment not only diversifies our income sources but also provides a measure of stability and resilience in the face of economic challenges."