"After struggling to provide enough food for my family for a long time, I was relieved when I received the money from GiveDirectly because it enabled me to lease a piece of land that I plan to continue farming on in the coming years and beyond. In our community, farming is one of the main economic activities, and I intend to focus more on it to ensure a continuous supply of food for my family of three. With no significant bills to pay at the moment since our child is not yet in school, I can save a lot for future farm operations by leasing more fertile land. The current projects on my farm are promising, and I am hopeful that they will yield good returns."

"Once I accomplish a lot, that's in the pipeline. Using the next transfer, I still have some exciting plans that I am eager to initiate. Over the next year, my goal is to establish a small retail shop in the nearby shopping center. Not only will this venture provide me with a source of income, but it will also enable me to ensure that my household has a steady supply of food on the table. I am already taking steps towards this dream by setting aside a portion of my earnings from my current farming activities. With enough savings, I will be able to secure a rental space and stock up on inventory to sell to the local community. I am grateful for the steps I have taken so far and looking forward to this new chapter in my life."

"I was overjoyed to get $200 unconditional transfers from Give Directly because I have been going through a really difficult time as one of the primary providers for a family of three, especially in the last two years when we had the worst droughts ever, causing a lot of hunger and anger at home. So when I received the transfers, my first thought was to notify my spouse, who was equally as elated and we devised a plan."

"My grandsons do not have a good shelter, and I am the one taking care of them. They have been seeking shelter from neighbors, and they are still young. I am planning to build an extension of one room in order to accommodate them. I will be buying some iron sheets and building poles to accomplish this. My plan is to save them from the trouble of seeking shelter elsewhere. I am also planning to buy a new mattress and a new bed to replace the old and worn-out beddings that I have been using for many years so that I can at least enjoy a comfortable sleep."

"Nothing excites me like the unconditionality of the transfers. GiveDirectly wisely thought of such a move because family needs differ across a community, and with the transfers, the financial burden has been eased as businesses have been boosted and assets acquired."

"My spouse and I are farmers, and we have been blessed with two children. Receiving money from GiveDirectly has been a tremendous blessing in our lives as it has enabled us to meet our daily needs comfortably. Previously, we often went to bed hungry due to financial constraints. After receiving the transfer, I spent $90 on buying foodstuffs, and I also took my daughter to the hospital where we used $33. Lastly, I used $27 to improve our farming activities. Having enough food in the house gives me a sense of fulfillment as a parent because I am confident that my family will not lack. This was not the case before because we did not have a stable source of income. I am grateful for the support that has significantly uplifted our lives."

"Getting a transfer from GiveDirectly was a tremendous blessing in my life because I knew it would improve my standard of living. As a single mother of four children, I rely on farming and temporary jobs to provide for my family. After receiving the transfer, I decided to invest the money in buying a new mattress and bed, which cost $750. Previously, we only had one bed that we all shared, and it wasn't comfortable. Additionally, I spent $10 on second-hand clothes for my children and purchased a sack of maize for $60. With the remaining money, I bought other essential foodstuffs. I could not have afforded these things before due to my financial situation. I am thrilled that I was finally able to buy a comfortable bed for my children, which is a dream come true for me."

"I have been suffering from waste bone problem for over five years now. This has affected my productivity at my casual job. I can not work for more than eight hours per day. This is the challenge I am currently facing."

"In the year 2022, I used to actively engage in the mining of magnesium which is the main activity in our area. This job was very reliable but it affected me health-wise since I am currently experiencing chest pains. For this reason, I had to abandon this job and at the moment, I am jobless. The burden of providing for our family of 9 is now on my husband whose monthly income is $180. This income is hardly enough to sustain us since it mainly supports us with food. The most affected ones are my children who sometimes miss classes due to lack of fees. As a mother, I have felt the pain of watching the desperately at home. Hence, the financial crisis stands out as the main challenge that I am currently facing."

"In the coming year, I want to focus on renovating my house. The roof is badly damaged and perforated, which allows rainwater to enter the space and expose my family to cold infections. Before I can start the procedure, I want to assemble the building materials first and then hire someone to revamp the roof. Particularly, I need at least ten pieces of iron sheets. Since I do not have a stable source of income, I hope that the coming cash transfers will enable me to complete this exercise so that my family can have a safe shelter. Right now, am just banking on the rains to continue so that I can grow food crops. This will allow me to save enough funds from the transfers."