"In the upcoming year, my goals are clear and full of hope. Once I complete the fencing of my land with the two chainlinks I'm yet to obtain, my focus will shift towards expanding my livestock holdings. I plan to acquire more goats from both my neighbors and nearby areas, taking advantage of the newly fenced piece of land to provide them with ample grazing space. While I've been heavily reliant on beehive farming, where I currently own 60 beehives, I aim to diversify my agricultural efforts by venturing into farming on the newly fenced land. This expansion will not only bolster my income but also help secure the future of my children by ensuring I can continue to manage their school fees. My son has taken on the responsibility of overseeing these projects, as my sight has been a challenge, and I have complete trust in his dedication to maintaining and growing what I have worked so hard to establish."

"GiveDirectly has truly been a lifeline for us, and I can't emphasize enough what they have done well. Their support was not only free but also completely fair to everyone, which was a refreshing change. When we first heard about the idea of a free transfer, we were all so amazed that we could hardly believe it. However, when the money finally landed in our accounts, just as we were told it would, we couldn't help but thank God, and from that moment on, we have complete faith in every piece of information GiveDirectly provides. Despite the numerous challenges we faced, the unconditional nature of the money has made a profound impact on our lives, and we are always eager to share our success story with others. The distinct and efficient disbursement model, where we all received the money at the same time, was perfect. I genuinely hope that every person out there can experience the kind of transformation and hope that GiveDirectly has brought into our lives."

"We used almost the entire amount to build a new house for pur family. I only used a small percentage of hardly $10 to buy food for my family and the people who helped with the construction of our new house. We did not have a decent house and we only lived in a small structure with my family of 6. We were forced to vacate our initial home and we had had to stay in the small structure for more than two months. It was quite uncomfortabke and when we received money from GiveDirectly, we did not take time before we could decide on what to do with the money. When the first transfer of $200 came, we were able to clear a loan of $100 and used the remainder to buy food for the family. We are so grateful for what this money has seen us achieve over a short time. I personally relied on charcoal selling to make ends meet and the little amount that I get from it would just be enough to buy food for the family."

"In the next one year and beyond I will be concentrating on making investments that will empower me and my family. Old age is here with me and I can hardly do any odd casual jobs like I used to do before. I therefore wish that I could use the little money that I get to make meaningful investments that will change my life and that of my family. I always look forward to having rains since I would greatly be affected if the rains do not come."

"My goal is to continue buying goats in the future, provided I don't face other financial constraints and my health remains stable. I often suffer from chest complications, and a significant portion of the transfer funds go toward medication for this condition. I hope that in the coming years, things will be less complicated than they have been in the past. I currently have four goats that I acquired through previous transfers, and I aim to buy six more and let the herd grow."

"I'm grateful that the cash transfers have allowed me to invest in farming activities on my four acres of land, including purchasing maize seeds and hiring laborers to work on the land. As a result, my family and I now have enough food to last us until April next year. During this time, my main goal is to fully support my children's education so that they never face the risk of missing classes. In particular, I aspire to ensure that my son, Ramson, who is currently in form four, completes his high school studies at the end of the year with no outstanding school fees balance. I'm hopeful that the cash transfers will assist me in achieving this goal as they are my sole source of income."

"Now that the recent harvest has provided my family with enough food that should last us until April next year, I can shift my focus to other pressing needs that I had to forego previously, as the transfers were primarily dedicated to purchasing food. My immediate goal is to build a new house. After my previous house collapsed, I moved in with my son's family. However, I don't feel entirely comfortable living with them, and I believe I am depriving them of space. Therefore, I aim to start purchasing building materials like iron sheets and tree poles to begin the construction process. I hope that the continued cash transfers will help me achieve this goal."

"While my husband is the primary provider for our family of six children and me, his income as a security guard is only sufficient to cover some of our household expenses. I'm grateful that the cash transfers have allowed me to contribute to some of these expenses, particularly the school fees for my children. By borrowing from our savings club to settle my children's school fees and using the cash transfers to repay the loan, I've been able to manage this financial burden effectively. I plan to continue supporting the education of all six of my children and hope to see them through to college because I firmly believe that education is the key to their future."

"In the coming year and beyond, my ambition is to acquire more goats to boost my income. To achieve this objective, I intend to allocate a portion of my third transfer. I firmly believe that I can turn this dream into a tangible reality, fueled by my unwavering dedication and hard work. I am confident that my efforts will lay the foundation for the prosperity and expansion of my envisioned goat rearing project."

"I used the second transfer right after collecting to purchase essential food supplies, such as 50kg of maize for $35 and 10kg of beans for $40 to ensure my family of three has enough to eat. I also bought two goats and two sheep for $140, adding to the three I already had, with the intention of using their offspring to pay for my grandson's school fees. I contributed $50 towards my daughter's medical bills, and I allocated $30 each for my spouse's and my lastborn son's upkeep. Household consumables, including toiletries, cost me $20. I set aside $27 for new clothes for my grandson and myself, while also saving $20 for any unexpected emergencies. Finally, I ensured my grandson's education by paying $50 for his secondary school fees."