"This coming year, my main goal is to complete the renovations on my house by building strong pillars to make it firm and able to withstand the strong winds. As I work on this project, I feel a growing sense of security and pride in knowing that I will soon have a safe and sturdy home. Once the house is completed, I plan to venture into goat-keeping. I believe this will be a good investment that will enable me to have a source of income through selling their offering."

"My top priority for this year is to buy a modern bed for myself. I currently use an old traditional bed made of ropes, which is very uncomfortable to sleep on. I plan to use my savings to purchase a new bed, along with beddings and a mattress. Having a comfortable place to sleep will greatly improve my living conditions and provide me with peace of mind. I am genuinely grateful for the achievements I have made so far and look forward to a brighter future."

"In the coming year and beyond, my main goal is to acquire more goats. Increasing my herd will provide a valuable safety net in case of any financial emergencies. I plan to use my savings along with upcoming transfers to achieve this. Having a reliable source of income from my goats will bring me great peace of mind and satisfaction. I am genuinely grateful for the progress I have made, all thanks to the support from GiveDirectly."

"In the upcoming year, my focus is on investing in livestock, particularly goats, given their cost-effectiveness and quick reproduction. My primary aim is to build up a herd of goats, with the intention of eventually selling them to acquire a cow, which I view as a valuable investment. I will utilize my upcoming transfers to accomplish this goal. Owning a cow will provide additional income, especially if it reproduces and I can sell the offspring. The supplementary income will also enable me to meet the educational expenses of my son, who is in junior secondary school. I am deeply grateful to this organization for enhancing my living standards through their financial support."

"My primary goal for this year is to build a poultry shed to house my chickens. I am happy to report that I have accumulated over twenty chickens so far, thanks to the transfers, but I lack a proper space to keep all of them. I plan to use upcoming transfers and my savings to buy materials such as cement, iron sheets, and building poles. This will ensure that my poultry have a safe and secure space to thrive. I am deeply grateful for this assistance, as without it, I would not be where I am today. This support has made a significant difference in my life, and I am excited about the future and the opportunities it will bring."

"My goal for the coming year is to finish building my shop, which consists of three rooms. One room will be used for my business, while the other two will be rented out to generate additional income. To complete this project, I am setting aside $20 from my monthly transfers, which I save in our local savings club. Once I have accumulated enough money, I will purchase the necessary materials, such as sand and cement, to finish the construction. This investment will enhance my business and provide extra income through the rental spaces. I am pleased with the progress I have made this far and am deeply grateful for the support I have received."

"My goal for the coming year is to upgrade my grass-thatched house to one with an iron roof. This has been a long-time dream, but I have not been able to achieve it due to pressing responsibilities like paying school fees and buying food for my family. I plan to start setting aside a part of my transfers to help me reach this goal. Having an iron-roofed house will ensure my family's safety and improve our living conditions. I am happy with the progress I have made so far and look forward to the future with optimism, knowing that I can continue to grow and succeed with the support I receive."

"My goal for this coming year is to build a new house since our current one-room home is not enough for our growing family. This situation has been challenging for us. I plan to use the money from selling my livestock to finance the construction of a new house. Having a proper home will greatly reduce the stress we face and ensure the safety and security of my family, giving me peace of mind and improving our quality of life. I am grateful for this opportunity to enhance our living conditions, and I am determined to make the most of it for the well-being of my family. This chance to create a better home environment means a lot to us, promising a brighter future and greater comfort for everyone under our roof."

"My initial goal was to invest in building my house. Thanks to GiveDirectly, I have managed to build a comfortable home for my family. In the future, I plan to build shops to rent out rooms for a fee. Our home is next to the market, so I believe this is a wise decision. Looking ahead, having a steady income is crucial. To achieve this, I plan to use my monthly transfers to build these shops, ensuring my financial security even after the transfers end. I am grateful to GiveDirectly for economically empowering us. Currently, I depend on less reliable casual jobs thus utilizing these transfers perfectly well will completely change our lives."

"I am a father of five children who does not have any job or business to generate income, and currently, I do not have a permanent home but instead live in an open makeshift structure. My children depend entirely on my late mother's house for shelter, while I am living in a makeshift structure. It has always been my intention to build a proper house for myself, and I plan to use a portion of my transfers to gradually buy building materials to make this dream a reality. In addition to the challenge of finding a stable home, we are also facing hunger. To address this, I intend to allocate part of my transfers to purchase food for my family, ensuring that we do not go hungry during these difficult times. I am truly grateful for these transfers, as they have provided me with support when I needed it most. Without this assistance, I honestly do not know what I would have done. My hope is to create a better future for my children, where we can have a safe and secure place to call home."