"My life is different than how it was before because through financial support I managed to purchase a piece of land. It has been my desire to own it but due to the financial hardships that I was facing, I couldn't afford it. I am a happy parent now because besides being an asset it will be future dwelling for my children. Also, I am currently sleeping comfortably on a nice bed and I no longer complain of back pains neither the sleepless nights. To add to that the goats that I am rearing in my compound will be of great help especially for my children's education."

"It has meant a financial solution for my household and am so happy for such an opportunity"

"When I don't harvest enough food I struggled to find enough food for my family."

"Our farming land is very small. We struggle to produce enough food for the household."

"The biggest challenge is school fees. We really struggle to pay school fees for our child. Food access is also a challenge."

"According to my, GiveDirectly did an excellent job in the entire village and you could tell this through the various transformations. Also, every beneficiary was well informed on how best he or she can utilize the money appropriately without wasting even a single coin. This was facilitated by the GD officers therefore in my opinion, I do not see any part GiveDirectly needs to change."

"I spent part of my second transfer on buying some building materials such as iron sheets, nails, and timber. This was for the completion of my house that I had initially started constructing with the first transfer. I also bought fifteen goats that are now serving as the living assets that I will rely on at any time. In addition, I cleared school fees for my grandchildren who are still in primary. With the remaining amount, I bought enough foodstuffs for the family."

"My life is now different than before because through the transfers I managed to construct two houses, that is for my children and mine. Initially, we used to shelter under a very small house which couldn't accommodate some of the family members also the roofing was too old. I had the dream of construing a decent spacious one but I couldn't afford because buying the necessary materials was very expensive. Therefore we used to seek shelter from our friends which absolutely stressful. Life was unbearable and we and hoped for a financial breakthrough that would at least end what we were encountering. I am glad now because we are all big under one roof. In addition to that, I am now sleeping on nice beddings and I no longer complain of back pains."

"Receiving this money means I will be able to improve on my farming. My main source of income currently is subsistence farming. Maize crops have been doing well in my area untill recently weather become unfourable. Mostly we experience prolonged drought and have been thinking of doing irrigation because I am luck my land is adjust to a river. I had actualize my desire because our parents lefts us long time ago and I have been struggling to raise my collage fees. If I will be lucky to receive this transfers I will purchase a generate and some other irrigation materials to fulfil my dreams. This will enable me to raise school fees for my young sister so as she does faced the challenges I experience."

"I am in great poverty. I can not provide clothes food and beddings in my home. I do not even have enough cooking utensils"