"Despite the challenges of aging and the difficulty in maintaining our previous level of provision for our families, we persistently strive in various sectors like livestock and subsistence farming to improve our livelihood. Utilizing part of the second transfer, I invested in a heifer, foreseeing it as a future asset for both milk production and the potential sale of offspring when the need arises. Looking ahead to the coming year and beyond, my primary focus is on sustainability through small-scale farming and livestock production. I aim to ensure that the modest harvest from these endeavors is sufficient for my family of four and can also contribute to covering school fees for the two grandchildren under our care. I appreciate the significant impact of the support I have received, evident in the addition of a cow and the installation of a water point, streamlining water access for us at a reduced cost."

"I am now a proud owner of 62 fully grow chicken and 13 newly hatched chicks. I have reared chicken sold them and it has facilitated my buying goats. I now have six goats. I am working towards a bigger goal with this animals. I plan to continue with this business as long as the project continues until I am able to buy a bull and a dairy cow to ensure I am able to make an income from this two animal. The bull will be rented out during ploughing season while the dairy cow will give milk that I can sell daily."

"A cow,so as she can get milk"

"I HAD NEVER ANY DOMESTIC ANIMAL IN MY ENTIRE LIFE, SO I USED IT TO BUY A COW, AND ALSO I USED IT TO BUY WINDOWS AND DOORS FOR MY HOUSE FOR THE PREVIOUS OLD ONES HAD BEEN EATEN UP BY TERMITES AND I WAS UNABLE TO BUY..."

"Given the unpredictable nature of my earnings from selling vegetables from my home, I recognize the importance of diversifying income sources to support my five children and alleviate the financial burden on my husband. Consequently, I aim to invest more in livestock, particularly goats, as they offer a practical and versatile solution. As these animals reproduce, I plan to exchange them for cows in the future, facilitating plowing activities and providing a flexible asset that can be sold in times of financial need."

"The recipient says she was at home, she was so happy, and she thought of buying a cow."

"I was at the centre, going to buy some small items, when I saw the cash message, I felt so happy. The first thought was to buy a cow and livestock"

"The recipient bought a cow, land and paid school fees."

"My plan has been to set up a retail shop, the budget for this is about $600. I cannot get such a huge amount at once to start this business. Since my work is buying and selling animals my plan was to buy goats when they are kids until I get to ten goats, feed them and allow them grow to maturity where I will sell and afford two cows, the cows will only need a short while to mature to get to each be sold for $400 which will be enough for me starting the business."

"In the upcoming year, my objective is to enhance the growth of my chicken business by expanding my flock. I view this as a worthwhile endeavor, as it not only contributes to the current success of my business but also serves as a stepping stone for acquiring goats and eventually cows in the future. I plan to allocate subsequent transfers towards realizing this goal. The progress I have achieved in this business this far brings me satisfaction, and I am eager to further stabilize and fortify it in the coming year."