"I have two significant goals on my horizon: acquiring a goat, as my current livestock count is at zero, and embarking on the adventure of building my own house. While I'm currently a guest in my brother's home, the time has come to fashion a place that truly belongs to me. It's a path toward new beginnings and personal accomplishment. I am planning to save enough in my merry go round and from my business in order to make my dream come to pass."

"I aim to finish building my house and then invest in buying more livestock. Currently, I have five goats and four sheep, and my plan is to allow them to give birth and sell their offspring for investment. It's a two-fold strategy to secure my family's home and financial future."

"I intend to increase my current herd of ten goats by saving from my transfers and business earnings. These goats act as a financial safety net, ready to be sold when challenges arise, making my strategy practical and resilient."

"I am filled with excitement and determination to turn my current one-room dwelling into a beautiful, cozy home where my family can thrive. This will not only make my children happy but will boost their self esteem whenever they go out and come back with their friends at home. Previously, I used to sell mandazi but due to unavailable circumstances I was able to stop it for a while and I am planning to restart it again and it gives me hope; promising not just income but a return to something I'm passionate about."

"I have a solid background in tailoring from my college education. With my experience of selling charcoal and participating in a merry-go-round, I am determined to save my transfers to purchase a sewing machine and materials. This strategic investment will enable me to perfect my skills and launch a successful tailoring business."

"I am on a journey to teach myself hairdressing while managing my animals at home. My goal is to save enough money by selling my goats and chickens to kickstart my own salon. This venture is not just for me; it's a path that will bring opportunities and benefits to both myself and my family."

"In the next one year and beyond, I will be concentrating on raising enough money to pay school fees for my grandson who recently joined form one. He is under my care and it is my responsibilty to make sure that he gets everything that he needs in school. GiveDirectly has come in handy to help me achieve this dream of giving him the best in terms of education, something that I would not have easily achieved. I also look forward to increasing the number of goats that I keep to a hundred within the next one year."

"Getting help from GiveDirectly has been a true blessing. Life has been tough, and my kids used to go to bed hungry, which broke my heart. But ever since I got that money, things have changed. My children don't cry from hunger anymore, and that's the best feeling in the world. The money has made our lives better, and I can't thank GiveDirectly enough for their kindness."

"Before this year comes to an end, my biggest dream is to either begin building or even finish constructing my own home. It's not just about having a roof over my head; it's about having a place where I can call mine, a sanctuary where I can create lasting memories with loved ones. With every penny saved, I'm one step closer to making this dream a reality, and I can't wait for the day I unlock the door to a world entirely my own."

"I can't express how grateful I am to GiveDirectly for their incredible help. They've truly transformed our lives, and we're over the moon with their assistance. They did everything perfectly, and I haven't seen any hiccups along the way. Thank you, GiveDirectly, for making a real difference in our lives."