"While juggling various considerations upon receiving the previous three transfers, I also recognized the importance of effective prioritization to ensure that essential projects took precedence. Adhering to this principle, I dedicated the most recent transfer towards agricultural pursuits, initially allocating $35 to prepare an acre of land, and subsequently investing in seedlings for tomato farming valued at $350 once the land was ready. I additionally absorbed a transportation expense of $30 to bring the seedlings from a source in Naivasha. Presently, I am pleased to note that the remaining funds have been pivotal for on-field management tasks such as spraying, topdressing, and irrigation, often involving water pumping. While this choice meant temporarily setting aside other significant endeavors like constructing a larger, more modern dwelling to replace my current modest one, I decided to fully channel the most recent transfer into farming, anticipating a favorable yield come harvest time. Through the ensuing proceeds, I aim to initiate the construction of a new home suitable for my family of three."

"Currently been facing a lot of challenges as I have just been released from prisonl about three weeks ago so it's alof trying to catch up with family and all activities around. I have no job, and yet I have to avail food for my family members. It's so hard getting a start point from prison as I have been imprisoned for about three years now. Also, I got very ill when the sentence was done, and now I am receiving medication from mbale Hospital. It's very expensive, and yet I don't have money to enhance my treatment."

"What gives me sleepless nights is the fee arrears for my children that have accumulated in school. Currently, I have a balance of $400 which is pending and this have led them to frequently miss classes. As a parent, I have always felt the pain of watching them desperately at home while others are in school. This has directly affected their performance, a situation that has worried me most. In addition, we usually spend our nights on the earthen floor because we lack beddings. What a life of sorrow! Therefore, I consider financial crisis being my biggest challenge."

"I have a family of 9 children, among them, 7 are schooling. This has put a lot of pressure on me because balancing between food and school fees is a big problem. Considering my job as a casual laborer at the quarry site, my income is very low, usually $10 per week, an amount which I use to support them in school. This has affected their studies and recently, 3 of them in primary school missed exams due to fee arrears of $50. As a parent, I felt so bad watching them desperately at home and this has denied me happiness. What a life!"

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"Imagine 3 years of failed seasons and I could not harvest from my farm! The drought has exposed me to a biting hunger that has affected our health status as a family. At home, I live with my aged husband and 2 young grandchildren who can not actively engage in farming. This means I am the only one to participate in farming. Despite having received rain this year, I could not harvest much because my effort was limited. This has put us into a disastrous situation of food insecurity and I consider this as my biggest challenge."

"In the coming year and beyond, my goal is to achieve self-employment, and I am considering entering the livestock trade as my chosen path. Currently, my existing source of income is quite limited, leading to difficulties in adequately providing for my family. The livestock industry, however, presents significant profit potential. I bring some prior experience to the table, having previously engaged in this business as a favor to a friend. Nevertheless, I am extremely grateful for the financial assistance I've received through transfers, which has enabled me to cover my daughter's school fees."

"The biggest difference in my daily life is my capability to kickstart the construction process by acquiring essential building materials, enabling the commencement of a new house. Previously confined to an aging and deteriorating structure, I am immensely grateful that the opportunity to improve my living conditions has materialized. Undertaking this endeavor without GiveDirectly's support would have been a hard task, making me deeply thankful for their generosity, which is progressively elevating my quality of life."

"The most noticeable change in my daily life is that my family now has the privilege of enjoying three meals every day. The financial help I received has been crucial in bringing about this favorable transformation. With this assistance, I managed to obtain a sack of maize, a valuable resource that guarantees a plentiful food source for our family. This stands in stark contrast to the challenges we faced before, when making ends meet was a persistent battle. I am filled with gratitude for the aid we have received, as it has remarkably improved our overall standard of living."

"My goal is to use the next merry-go-round funds to start a poultry business, initially focusing on sales. Once I secure orders and assess the market, I'll consider expanding into a shop business if conditions are favorable. I also plan to invest in goats for resale to boost income and save more for my children's education. Despite my husband's unemployment, I'm dedicated to pursuing these ventures to enhance our financial situation."