"Since the initiation of the transfers, my life has witnessed significant improvement. I am strategically channeling my funds towards the acquisition of livestock, recognizing their value as assets for the future. The financial support I now receive has transformed my financial independence, marking a departure from the reliance on assistance from relatives that characterized my past. I express profound happiness and gratitude for the valuable assistance provided through the transfers."

"Lack of school fees for my son is the challenge I am currently facing in life. I am a widow doing casual jobs with little returns. The income can not cater for the domestic necessities and also pay school fees for the son at primary school. He has a fees balance of $25 and this has made him miss classes which also result to poor performance."

"I have a boy who has had mental illiness for the past three years. He went for checkup at the hospital in the coastal town but his condition is still not good. He cannot work and maintain for himself. This has made me and the family not to do any development project because a lot of money has been channeled on his medication."

"The meager income from my role as a casual laborer selling charcoal has placed me in the challenging position of being unable to adequately address all my family's needs. In an effort to improve this situation, I plan to utilize my transfers by investing in the purchase of additional hens, aiming to rear them for multiplication. The subsequent sale of some of these hens will enable me to acquire a sheep, presenting a promising source of income. The assistance from Give Directly has been instrumental in alleviating financial constraints and has played a crucial role in supporting my family. I am deeply grateful for the valuable financial aid provided."

"I have yet to finish the renovations and repairs for the entire house. However, my achievements this year encompass successfully concluding all renovations, ensuring the house is now safe and resilient, capable of withstanding even the challenges posed by the rainy season. The support from the transfers has been instrumental in facilitating my grandchildren's education, and it brings me immense joy to witness that they no longer encounter the difficulties associated with the prospect of being sent home."

"In the upcoming month, my primary goal is to finalize the repairs on my house, ensuring the safety of our living space. Simultaneously, I aim to persist in providing financial assistance to my daughter, supporting her as she pursues her college studies. The invaluable financial aid from the transfers has been instrumental in significantly enhancing the quality of my life, and for that, I am sincerely grateful."

"In an effort to enhance my income, I am strategizing to accumulate sufficient funds over the next three months and initiate a small kiosk business. The modest earnings generated from this venture will enable me to independently address my personal needs, reducing my reliance on my sons. I am genuinely pleased that the assistance from the transfers will pave the way for me to realize this goal."

"My objective is to expand my livestock holdings with the anticipation that their multiplication will open avenues for additional income. This newfound income holds the potential to elevate the quality of my life, rescuing me from the clutches of poverty. I am genuinely pleased with the positive influence of the transfers, as they have enabled me to acquire livestock, a resource I did not previously possess. Utilizing these transfers, I have also invested in food purchases, leading to a notable enhancement in my daily meal intake."

"I was at the shamba digging, busy in the routine of tilling the soil when the unexpected happened. The sound of my phone's messages interrupted the peaceful atmosphere. Hurriedly, I checked my phone, and to my absolute delight, the first unconditional cash transfer from GiveDirectly had arrived. Stunned, I dropped the jembe, my disbelief noticeable. I must have checked the message at least five times, uttering Alhamdillah countless times as if to convince myself of the reality. Overwhelmed with joy, I left the shamba without a second thought, rushing home to share the incredible news with my family. Their skepticism mirrored my initial reaction, prompting me to hand them the phone for confirmation. Amidst the jubilation, my mind raced to the pressing matter at hand – my children's education. With both of them frequently sent home due to unpaid school fees, the financial burden weighed heavily on me. Determined, I decided that the first use of the money would be to settle their dues. On that day, with hearts overflowed with gratitude, I sent my children to buy maize flour and fish, ensuring a celebratory feast despite the scarcity of food."

"When I received my final transfer of $450 from GiveDirectly, it brought significant relief. With this amount, I paid $400 fees for two of my boys at the high school level, allocating $200 for each. I used the remaining $50 to purchase food for my family. As a farmer, my life revolves around the rhythms of nature. This practice is a livelihood for us and a labor of love, supporting our family of six. However, the journey is not without its challenges. Our reliance on the river for irrigation means that during the dry seasons, when the riverbeds run dry, we face the risk of non-harvest, which can be disheartening. In addition to farming, we rear a few goats. Despite these efforts, the uncertainty of our harvests often left me wondering how I would gather sufficient funds for my children's education. It is where the support from GiveDirectly has been a turning point. Their assistance came at a crucial time, ensuring their education could continue uninterrupted. Without this support, the struggle to secure school fees would have been immense. This gesture of aid from GiveDirectly has helped me secure a future for my children. For this, my gratitude knows no bounds. The peace of mind that comes from knowing my children's education is secured is invaluable, and for that, I am eternally thankful to GiveDirectly."