"As a mason supporting my family of ten members, I faced challenges due to the irregularity of job opportunities. However, my life has significantly improved since enrolling in the program. I established a poultry rearing project, which now serves as an additional source of income. The proceeds from selling chickens have enabled me to finance my children's education, particularly my two elder sons who are pursuing different courses in college, one in welding and the other in mechanical engineering. I allocated $68 to cover their school fees. Additionally, I settled a debt of $25 owed to a friend, which was crucial as my sons needed funds to pay for their exams. Despite facing setbacks such as losing 70 hens to Newcastle disease, I remain determined to nurture the remaining 11 and ensure their multiplication. I also allocated $9 to purchase animal feeds for the poultry birds. Overall, I'm immensely grateful for the financial transfers as they have significantly uplifted my life and that of my family."

"I have a family of two members. My husband and I do teaching as a profession but I also do poultry farming. Farming has been my passion since when I was young. Currently I have 60 chicken, 22 ducks and 28 guinea fowls. The challenge is lack of a well established structure. Sometimes they fall under thieves hands. I will use $800 to build a modern structure and add more poultry. I will also use $200 to buy their feeds. This project will bring happiness to me once the structure is fully equipped."

"I am planning to expand my poultry farm by adding 50 chicks to the 30 I've already started with. My goal is to rear these chicks and sell them after three months. The inspiration for this investment came from my uncle and my sister, who have both been successful in poultry farming. Their success encouraged me to venture into this field. Additionally, my initial experience in buying and selling chickens highlighted the potential of this business. I purchase each chick at $1.1 and sell them for $6 after three months. Fortunately, the market demand is great, with brokers regularly coming to my home to buy the chickens. This steady market makes the business even more promising."

"As a small-scale farmer, I faced some challenges, but the quarterly transfers from GiveDirectly helped me address them. I used $9 to buy medicine for my goats, who were suffering from lung infections; although some didn't make it, I managed to save three, hoping they'd multiply and become a financial asset. With $12, I invested in chickens, anticipating their growth to support me in the future. Then, I was assigned $20 to construct a toilet for myself, as my old one had collapsed due to heavy rains, leaving me with no place for relief. Additionally, I set aside another $20 to add to my savings, with the goal of exchanging it for a cow. My chest problems limit my ability to work, so I rely on my son for daily meals, making these transfers a crucial support in my life."

"My son is his second year in college pursuing his dreams. For a couple of months now, my transfers has come in handy in paying for his college fee and also in investing on poultry project which I started a year ago. With my most recent transfers, I spent $ 40 on paying school fees for my son and $12 on the purchase of four hens. My ultimate goal is to buy a cow after some time. Since I cannot afford to buy it at once, I settled on having a poultry project that will earn me some income as time goes by. In addition, I'll sell some chicken after some time and use the money in buying a goat and later the cow. Aside from this, I spent $48 on buying food for my family. From most of the money that I spent on food, I s[pent it during the festive season so that my family would celebrate and be happy like other people within the community."

"I rely on selling charcoal as my means to support my family of six. We faced hunger frequently, especially during a severe drought a few years ago, which left us without enough food. I am sincerely grateful for this project, as it has transformed our lives. Now, we can afford to purchase food, save money, and even invest in raising chickens and goats. With the transfers received, I allocated $24 to purchase four chickens, which I plan to raise and sell later. Additionally, I spent $10 on purchasing food for my family to replenish our supplies. Furthermore, I invested $68 in my vegetable business, which will significantly increase our income. I am delighted to benefit from this program, as it has brought about positive changes in my life and the lives of my family."

"My aim is to ensure that my son enrolls in secondary school. I firmly believe that education is crucial for securing a better future, and I am eager to equip him with the skills necessary to achieve his goals. To fulfill this objective, I have decided to invest in poultry farming. By raising chickens and selling them for profit once they multiply, I will be able to generate enough income to cover his educational expenses. For me, educating my son means providing him with the opportunity to secure a good job in the future and become self-sufficient. This thought fills me with a lot of pride."

"I sell charcoal while my husband tends to livestock to provide for our family of five. Previously, we faced a lot of hardships since we did not have a reliable source of income to support our household. Thankfully, our circumstances have improved. With the assistance of transfers, I can now purchase books, uniforms, and pay school fees for our children. Additionally, we now have the means to afford medical care in case of sudden illness. Out of the transfers received, I allocated $34 to acquire a goat and five chickens, which we will raise and later sell at a profit. Furthermore, I used $40 to settle a school fees debt that needed clearing. The remaining amount was dedicated to buying food for my family when we ran out. I am pleased with the positive impact these transfers have had on our lives."

"My livelihood depends on fishing, while my wife earns a living by extracting tree stumps and selling charcoal to support our family of ten. Life has been challenging, and there were times when hunger was a constant companion due to lack of food. Fortunately, things have taken a turn for the better. I have successfully completed renovating our dilapidated house, ensuring we have a comfortable place to live in. Additionally, I've ventured into goat and chicken rearing. From the transfers we received, I used $20 to purchase essential household items as we had run out. I then spent $10 to pay for school fees for my children, ensuring they continue with their studies without interruptions. Another $4 was used to buy two chickens, to be kept and sold later at a profit. Furthermore, I spent $34 on iron roofing sheets to replace the deteriorated ones, improving our living conditions. The remaining funds were used to compensate the technician who renovated our house. I take pride in the progress we have made and eagerly anticipate achieving more in the future."

"Engaging in strenuous tasks has become challenging for me, but occasionally, I sell charcoal to support my family of nine. Times were especially tough during the severe drought when accessing food and finding casual work was challenging. Paying school fees was also a constant struggle, often resulting in my children being sent home from school. I am grateful for this program, as it has enabled me to afford school fees for my children as well as invest in goats and chickens. Additionally, I have also been able to save in our local savings club, earmarking the funds for future school fees. From the transfers received, I purchased a goat valued at $34, a wise investment to address urgent needs if necessary. I then acquired two iron roofing sheets for $20 to replace my deteriorating roof. The remaining $48 was allocated towards school fees, purchasing uniforms, and school bags for my children, as schools had reopened. Being part of this program fills me with joy and gratitude for the positive changes it has brought to our lives."