"With a prosperous harvest securing an ample food supply for my household, my attention has shifted towards an essential endeavor: building a new home. My current residence, although with a neighbor, lacks the tranquillity and sense of ownership I yearn for. It is my fervent desire to establish a dwelling where I can experience true peace and autonomy. The longing for such solace stems from the fact that my previous house collapsed several years ago, and my financial circumstances at the time did not permit immediate reconstruction. Thanks to the invaluable financial support from GiveDirectly, I have taken meaningful steps toward my goal. The acquisition of building poles marks a promising start, and I am now determined to secure the necessary iron sheets to complete the construction. The prospect of owning my own house encompasses my most fervent aspiration, as it means peace and stability for me."

"Three years ago, I completed my high school education, a significant accomplishment that instilled in me a strong desire to pursue further studies. Despite this aspiration, I encountered a barrier in the form of financial limitations, preventing me from enrolling in college as I had hoped. In order to work towards realizing my dream, I began selling vegetables within my village as a means to generate funds for my college fees. To bolster my efforts, I have also established a monthly savings routine for the transfers I receive. I am setting aside money with the purpose of accumulating sufficient tuition fees to initiate my college education in the upcoming year. The pursuit of this goal holds paramount importance to me, especially considering that I lack external financial support. My dedication is singularly focused on attaining the means to begin college. I firmly believe that these transfers will play a pivotal role in propelling my educational and career advancement. By achieving my educational objectives, I aspire to open doors to future job opportunities and secure a promising career path."

"I am grappling with hypertension and other persistent old-age health issues that demand regular medical attention and check-ups. My ability to work has been compromised, and unfortunately, I lack a reliable source of assistance to offset these medical expenses. My reliance is solely on the transfers, as they provide the means for me to undergo necessary treatments and maintain a nourishing diet. At present, my primary focus revolves around these crucial aspects—ensuring my medical needs are met and sustaining a balanced diet—both made feasible through these transfers."

"In the past months, my transfers were solely covering food expenses, leaving me unable to afford to purchase livestock. After diligently saving for several months, I was able to acquire just one goat. However, a positive turn of events has occurred: I successfully cultivated my entire farm and reaped a fruitful harvest. With the matter of food security now addressed, I am now able to shift my financial focus towards alternative endeavors, particularly investing in livestock. Livestock are assets that I can readily manage and maintain, and they represent my primary income-generating opportunity, especially since I do not currently hold a job."

"At present, my primary focus is on my declining health, which has been worsened by the challenges of old age, leaving me frail and requiring frequent medical attention. Regrettably, I lack any form of assistance when it comes to covering my medical needs. As of now, I am dependent on the transfers to ensure I receive timely medical care and manage the associated expenses, all while striving to maintain a balanced and nourishing diet."

"Right now, my concern revolves around the state of my house, which is made of mud walls and the building poles are becoming weak by the day. This situation raises fears of potential collapse, which could leave me without a home if not addressed in time. While I aspire to construct an entirely new house, my financial capacity remains constrained due to a lack of external support. Furthermore, being advanced in age, my body cannot allow me to handle any type of work to fund a house construction activity. So, for now, my objective is to replace the four deteriorating building poles, each costing $2. The hope is that cash transfers could play a pivotal role in achieving this particular goal."

"In the coming few years, I aspire to own livestock, particularly cows and goats. In the past, I had livestock, but I had to sell them to cover my children's school fees as charcoal burning was becoming physically demanding. I am hopeful that future financial constraints will be fewer, allowing me to utilize the cash transfers to purchase at least two cows for plowing purposes. These cows will not only assist me in cultivating my land but could also be rented out to generate extra income."

"I have a future goal of acquiring a cow. This aspiration is driven by the understanding that such investment not only serves as a sign of the positive impact brought about by the cash transfers but also contributes to building wealth for my future. At present, I already own two goats that I obtained through previous transfers. I have a genuine affection for owning livestock because they offer assistance during times of necessity. For instance, I could opt to sell these animals to generate funds for covering the school fees of my five children. Am confident that owning livestock would lift a significant part of the burdens my husband and I go through to provide for our children through casual jobs."

"I allocated a substantial portion of the transfer to venture into goat farming, a promising opportunity within our village. With $265, I invested in purchasing five goats, a decision I believe will yield fruitful returns over time as they multiply and become a future source of income through sales. This decision holds great promise and optimism. Moreover, I took a proactive step to ensure my family's well-being. Utilizing $135, I procured essential food supplies to sustain my family of four. This measure aims to shield them from the pangs of hunger, especially since I am currently without a stable source of income. I used to make money by working on my neighbour's farm. Sadly, this route was blocked when his crops died from a lack of rain, leaving me jobless. Furthermore, a portion of the remaining amount was used to fulfil a commitment I had made. I settled a food debt at a nearby shop, a pledge I was determined to honor as soon as I received the transfer. This act not only eased my financial obligations but also reinforced my sense of responsibility and integrity."

"In the years to come, I have a vision of establishing a small shop in my village. This endeavor has great potential, as our village currently lacks any such convenience, forcing residents to take long journeys to make purchases. By setting up this shop, I will be generating additional income alongside the proceeds from the cow I own. With this combined income, I'll be able to secure a quality education for my three children without struggling since I believe they have a bright future through education."