"Although the theft problem in our village has taken away my freedom of being free to invest in livestock keeping, the recent case of stealing my cow has made me learn a lesson. I managed to prepare a decent place to keep the remaining 2 cows and their safety is granted at night. This has given me happiness and I hope the insecurity issue will be addressed soon. Hence, this is basically what has brought me joy."

"I aim to buy more chickens and sell their offspring to eventually purchase a cow. I already have seven bulls, and with the cow, I can provide milk for my children and sell the extra to neighbors to support my family while I am unemployed."

"For the first transfers I intend to spend about $90 to purchase two bags of maize. In addition I will also pay school fees for my son Asbel. I plan to use $60 of the transfers on this. Since the main challenge I'm facing at the moment is food I intend to use the remaining amount to purchase household goods such as cooking fat and sugar. For the second and third transfers we intend to build a pit laterine which has been in our minds for long. With the transfers we will feel confident hosting visitors in our home. We intend to spend about $200 of the transfers to accomplish this. Additionally, we also intend to purchase two cows at about $300. For the remaining amount I intend to complete fee arrears for my son which amounts to about $200. With the transfers I will be able to change so much in my life and that of my family."

"I am living in a polygamous family and I am the second one in that marriage. I have five children and they are all school and primary and secondary school respectively. My husband is aged and I do casual jobs earning approximately $40 per month which caters for food and school fees. My children have a school fees balance of $300 and they have been missing classes due to that. I will use $300 to clear the balances so that they can settle at school. I will also use $700 to buy seven cows as an investment. This will help me raise school fees for my children. The remaining amount will help me buy food for the family."

"I bought a cow as an asset to save my money"

"I want to have built a house and bought a cow."

"The significant and unconditional support from GD has been nothing short of a miracle in my life. Thanks to these transfers, I can proudly say that I am now the owner of a cow, a dream I had never dared to imagine. Additionally, being able to fence my land not only brings me peace of mind but also ensures that my cow will always have enough to eat, even during the harshest droughts. These transfers have touched my life in ways words can hardly express, and I am deeply grateful for the positive changes they have brought."

"What I truly appreciate about GD is the unconditional nature of their transfers. These transfers have been a lifeline for many of us, lifting us out of poverty. I can personally attest that a significant number of people in my area have invested in income-generating projects, and I believe this will gradually elevate our economic status. Thanks to GD's support, I used part of the funds to purchase a cow and two sheep, which I see as a promising investment for a brighter future. Additionally, I no longer need to purchase vegetables since I can now grow them with the water from the water tank I bought."

"As I speak, what runs through my mind is how to boost my self-esteem as a father in the family. Having my family spend their nights on rugged beddings is something that never gives me peace of mind. I have always wished to buy decent ones but due to financial challenges, this has never been possible. Receiving unconditional cash means realizing a dream that I have had for a long. I plan to spend $200 to buy 3 mattresses to have this done. This will help my family especially the children to have a nice sleep and eventually concentrate on their classes. In addition, the remaining amount of the first transfer ($300) will help me to clear a debt for my land which has been pending for the last 7 years something that will give me a sense of ownership. What a boost! On the other hand, I will spend a large portion of the second transfer $500, to invest in livestock keeping. This will include 5 goats at $200 and 2 cows at $300. This will act as my long-term investment project to support me in the future."

"With the money I received from the transfers, I made a significant purchase of two goats valued at $65. As a casual laborer who sells drinking water using a cart in Mariakani town, this investment holds great potential. I firmly believe that these goats will multiply in a relatively short period of time, allowing me to expand my assets. The primary objective of acquiring these goats is to eventually purchase both dairy cows and bulls. These animals will play a crucial role in helping me cultivate my land during the rainy season. It is a step towards improving my agricultural activities and increasing my productivity. In addition to the goats, I also used a portion of my savings to buy six pieces of iron sheets, contributing an extra $34 to cover the total cost. My intention is to completely replace my current roof, which consists of old, rusty, and leaky iron sheets. This improvement will provide me with a better living environment and protect my home from the elements. I am genuinely grateful for the financial support that has enabled me to pursue these goals. With my limited income from my job, achieving such milestones would have been challenging without this assistance. The support I have received has brought me a sense of joy and optimism as I strive to create positive changes in my life."