"The current heavy rains present both a blessing and a curse to me. After a prolonged period, I am finally filled with optimism as the unending rain promises a bumper harvest. However, the downside is that the rain is gradually eroding the mud walls of my house, weakening the poles and creating substantial openings that allow cold air and water to enter. To ensure my safety and prevent the collapse of my house due to the rain's impact, I aim to acquire two bags of cement. By utilizing them to repair and enhance the condition of my dwelling, I can establish a sense of security and eliminate the threat posed by the rain."

"I hope and pray for the rains to persist, resulting in a bountiful harvest. This would enable me to utilize my monthly stipends for purchasing building materials to construct a new house. Currently, my two-roomed house is insufficient in size to accommodate all the members of my family. Alongside my husband, I live with two children and five grandchildren. The limited space is inadequate for accommodating all of us, as well as our utensils and other household belongings. Constructing a new house will provide us with more room and space, allowing our large family to live comfortably and freely together."

"My goal for this year and the future is to save sufficient funds from my subsequent transfers. I intend to utilize these savings to cover the school fees for my two children. Although my youngest child finished her secondary education last year, financial constraints prevent me from immediately supporting her college enrollment. Witnessing my children pursue their desired career paths brings me immense satisfaction, and I aim to strive towards that by utilizing the resources obtained from these transfers."

"Mu myaka iri imbere ndifuza kuba narateye imbere nishoboye nkabasha kurihira amashuri abana banjye; ikindi nifuza ko nazaba ndi umuhinzi ukomeye w'ikawa, amatungo yanjye yarakuze yarorotse, kandi ndi n'umuhinzi ukomeye."

"We are planing to construct a house since the one we are currently living in is falling apart. We have a floor that needs to be reconstructed. This will ensure we have a safe place to live in together with my family. Having a better house has been my dream and at this point I feel its coming to pass. We are also hopeful that we still manage paying school fees for our children. This has also been a struggle but with the transfers we have being able to meet the school requirements. In addition to all this, I will add about Five goats to help us generate income. Keeping them in large scale."

"Our major plan is to build construct a family house. The one we are currently living is is almost falling down. We are sleeping and cooking in the same room. I will now be able to have a separate kitchen. I have two boys and two girls. Our plan is to build a four roomed house, where my sons and daughters will have separate rooms. I will invest more in livestock rearing and continue educating my children. My eldest child is 9 years old, followed by a 6 year old then a 4 year old and the youngest being 3 years. I feel they are young and we would wish to sustain educating them comfortably."

"I'm hoping to accomplish this coming year to have a very large farm that I will not suffer for food. I think gd for their support towards me and my family. life has been so difficult for me as an old lady. making this farm is a great help for me and my family."

"Just a week after giving birth to my firstborn baby, I received the initial transfer from GiveDirectly. Our primary concern at that time was the scarcity of food, and both my husband and I were worried as we relied on his occasional wages from casual labor. The first transfer brought immense relief, and we decided to allocate $40 to purchase a goat that we could slaughter and store its meat for several weeks, saving us from buying smaller quantities at higher costs. My goal was to tap the nutritious soup that would help in breastfeeding and also speed my recovery as I looked forward to resuming my regular duties. Additionally, we used $45 to buy a new bed, replacing the old one that was beyond repair. We stored the old bed to fix it later when we have an extra room. It's a joy to finally sleep comfortably without the creaking noises from the bed joints. I also allocated $20 for my infant's clothing and $65 for food, including maize grains, sugar, tea leaves, milk, and other household necessities. An additional $10 covered transportation to and from the shopping center. Moreover, I made a $10 advance payment to a neighbor for a yet-to-be-born young goat, planning to purchase them while they are young as they are more affordable compared to mature goats. Furthermore, I settled a $15 debt with a neighbor and provided $10 to support my sister's upkeep while she continues her studies."

"I am thrilled to share that my long-awaited dream of creating a separate room for my two daughters and two sons has finally become a reality. When the first payment from GiveDirectly arrived, a wave of relief washed over me, and without hesitation, we began procuring the necessary construction materials. I purchased 9 iron sheets for $93, five wooden frames for $16, and nails for $7. Thankfully, I already had windows and doors, so I only needed to cover the labor cost of $20. The room is now complete, and my daughters are enjoying the well-deserved privacy just like my two sons had in the previous shared space. Additionally, I spent $10 on maize flour, which served as our primary foodstuff, and $9 for other essential household items. With the remaining $25, I acquired another goat to expand our existing herd of 50 goats, which has proven invaluable during emergencies, that include paying for my children's school fees and ensuring an adequate food supply for our household."

"My ultimate goal as a husband and father is to provide my wife and daughter with a better quality of life where necessities such as food, housing, and clothing are not a concern. Currently, my focus is on relocating from my paternal compound and acquiring a piece of land. This would allow me to build a decent home for my family. I believe that living separately from my extended family would help avoid conflicts and encourage personal growth and development."