"I own an oxen-driven disc plough, but I don't have any cows to attach it to when I want to plow my land. As a result, I usually have to hire cows to do the plowing for me. Buying cows is expensive, and it's not something I can currently afford. My plan is to use my transfers to buy more chicken in the hopes that they will multiply and increase in number and value so that I may sell them in the future and buy goats. I'm hoping that the goats will multiply and increase in number over time. Once I have a good herd of goats, I can sell them and use the proceeds to buy cows. Having my own cows will allow me to plow my land without having to hire them out. I may even be able to hire out my cows to plow other people's lands, which could provide me with some additional income. I also intend to get a female cow, which will give me milk for my family. The milk will provide us with essential nutrition. If there is excess milk, I can sell it to earn some extra money to support my family's income. In addition to investing in livestock, I plan to save part of my transfers, sell some of the goats, and add the proceeds to my savings to start a small kiosk. This kiosk will provide my family with a daily income stream to help sustain us. I'm optimistic that these plans will help me achieve greater financial stability and independence."

"My current top priority is addressing my health condition. I plan to use some of my transfers to continue the monthly treatment I require. Once my health is fully restored, I will shift my focus to saving more of my transfers in our local savings group. When the savings mature, I intend to use the funds to purchase goats. I'm hopeful that the goats will multiply and increase in number over time. Eventually, I can sell the goats and use the proceeds to support my son's transition to higher education. Having this financial security is crucial, especially as this project comes to an end. I'm optimistic that these plans will come to fruition, as they will provide me with the means to care for my family and invest in my son's future."

"I am in the charcoal selling business, and I have been using a bicycle to transport the charcoal to another town, which is quite exhausting. My plan for this year is to keep saving my earnings in our merry-go-round group so that I can use the pooled funds to buy a motorcycle which will significantly ease the transportation process. Once I have the motorcycle and my business picks up, I want to use the profits to buy more goats. I hope the goats will multiply and increase in value, and then I can trade them for cows. The cows will also multiply, and I can sell them and use the proceeds to buy land in another place that is more fertile. I plan to plant trees on this new land, as our current land is very dry and has not yielded good harvests. Owning a motorcycle will improve the efficiency of my charcoal business and allow me to transport more product with less effort. This, combined with diversifying into livestock and acquiring fertile land for agriculture, will help strengthen my family's financial security and resilience."

"As I look to the future, my biggest dream is to buy a dairy cow. This cow will provide milk for my family, and we can sell the surplus to earn extra income. To make this dream a reality, I plan to save $15 every month, bit by bit until I reach my goal. This steady savings plan gives me hope and determination. Before this program comes to an end, I aim to have enough to buy the cow, which will not only improve our diet but also provide a steady source of income."

"I am so grateful for the support I’ve received from GiveDirectly. With four kids; three boys and one girl; our one-room house feels incredibly small, and there’s no privacy at all. For the coming year and beyond, my biggest dream is to build a new house. I’ve been carefully saving the money from the transfers, and I’m excited to say that I now have 20 pieces of iron sheets and building poles ready for construction. This new house will not only give us the space we desperately need but also provide a sense of dignity and comfort for my family. I can’t wait to see my children grow up in a home where they have their own space and feel safe."

"I want to buy more animals. That might sound simple but for me having animals provides a lifeline for rainy days. When you are broke you can sell one of the animals especially chicken and get what you want. I also want chicken which can grow in number by breeding and I can sell them and get goats too. I think I am on course for this since now I have 7 chicken and goats. I am so thankful for GIvedirectly."

"As a recipient of GiveDirectly, I am filled with hope and determination for the coming year and beyond. Currently, I have two goats, but I dream of expanding my small herd. With each transfer I receive, I plan to save diligently, setting aside a portion to buy more goats. This isn’t just about increasing numbers; it’s about securing a stable future for my family. Goats are not only a source of meat but also a potential income stream. By next year, I envision having a thriving herd that will help us in tough times, pay for my children's education, and improve our overall quality of life."

"I used $200 from the recent transfer to pay my child's secondary school fees. This allowed me to clear the arrears from the last term and cover the fees for the second term. I am really happy about this because it means my child can focus on their studies without the disruption of being sent home for unpaid fees. In addition, I invested $100 to buy two goats. Goats reproduce quickly in our area, providing a reliable future source of income to support my children's education. Owning goats will enable us to sell offspring periodically, which can help cover educational expenses and other needs over time. I also spent $100 on six iron sheets. My plan is to replace the old, worn-out iron sheets on the walls of our house. This renovation will make our home more attractive, provide better protection against crawling insects, and significantly improve our living conditions. I used the remaining amount from the transfer to buy food for my family"

"I am a father of three children with one wife. Our primary work is looking after our animals and working on our farm. We often come home very tired, needing a comfortable bed to sleep on, but we couldn't afford a mattress until now. I used $50 to buy a mattress so we can sleep comfortably. Noticing that we were spending a lot on buying milk from the shop, I decided to use $30 to purchase an additional sheep, bringing our total to seven. My plan is that when they give birth, we'll have sufficient milk at home, eliminating the need to buy it from shops, and ensuring my kids have milk to drink.Additionally, I spent $50 on modernized iron sheets. When I receive my second transfer, I plan to use it to buy more iron sheets to build a bigger and better house, as our current one is too small and has old iron sheets. This will give my children a better place to sleep.With the remaining $50, I bought clothes for my children worth $20 and used $30 for food. We often rely on casual jobs, working for others to get food and clothes. I balance this by working on my own farm on alternate days. My wife also does house chores and casual jobs to support us.Now, I can testify that I have seen positive changes in my life compared to the past, where affording almost everything was a challenge."

"I have been diligently saving a portion of my income from my temporary job as a secretary, along with the funds from GiveDirectly, to expand my poultry business. The profits from selling chickens go straight into my savings, as I have ambitions to enroll in an accounting course and need to secure the necessary funds. To achieve my goal of joining college, I am maximizing my efforts in poultry farming, as this is my primary source of income to facilitate my next steps. I am grateful for the support that is making this possible."