"Water shortage is the challenge I am currently facing in life. It takes approximately 20 minutes to and from the water point.The is not reliable and once the water stops from the taps then I walk long distances searching for it. I am aged and I feel tired carrying water everyday from those long distances. This causes chest problems to me."

"Housing is the current challenge I am facing in life. I have a family of nine members and all live in atwo room house which is not spacious to accommodate the entire family. Children share beds and in an event visitors come then I sleep outside the house giving the beds to the visitors. I do not feel comfortable having visitors at home."

"This year, my aim is to expand my vegetable and shop business. I have been at a standstill for some time due to lack of funds, but I plan to use my upcoming transfers to increase my stock. This investment has the potential to greatly enhance my profits, considering the promising opportunities in the business. Expanding my business means I can ensure my family's needs are comfortably met, bringing me joy and peace of mind. It's a step forward towards achieving stability and prosperity for my family."

"My goal for this year is to open a small eatery in my village, specializing in tea and snacks. I have been considering this plan for some time, but the lack of startup capital has been a major obstacle. I plan to use my upcoming transfers to kickstart this business, as it holds great potential in my community. Establishing this eatery will significantly boost my family's income, allowing us to meet our daily needs more comfortably. I am thankful for the progress I have made so far, made possible by the support from GiveDirectly transfers."

"My goal for this year is to buy a cow. I plan to use the monthly transfers to buy goats, and once they multiply, I will exchange them for a cow. Having a cow means I will have a steady supply of milk for personal use and for sale. If the cow has calves, I can sell them if a pressing need arises. I am truly happy with the positive changes in my life. The transfers have given me hope and a way to improve my family's situation. I look forward to achieving my goals and continuing to make life better for us."

"This year and in the years to come, my plan is to return to the life I had before the floods, and even better than before. Though I am in a new place, it doesn't feel entirely new because I know the people around me. I want to get back to farming, but this time, I plan to do it differently. With the money from GiveDirectly and the possibility of borrowing if needed, I aim to venture into tomato farming. Previously, I only grew maize because it was cost-effective. Now, with the cash I have, I can afford to buy seeds, insecticides, and fertilizer needed for tomato farming. This financial support allows me to address food security issues in my home, pay school fees, and improve the lives of myself and my family. The thought of achieving this fills me with joy, and I already see it as a success and accomplishment. I am excited about the future and the opportunities that farming will bring."

"My primary objective is to ensure that I can support the education of my four children and provide them with daily meals. I am grateful for the cash transfers that have been instrumental in helping me achieve these goals over the past few years, but I understand that this support is not permanent. To create a sustainable source of income, I have set a plan for the coming year and beyond to build a livelihood through livestock farming, focusing on raising chickens and goats. As these animals reproduce, I aim to sell them to generate more income that will help me meet my children’ needs."

"In the upcoming months, I intend to invest heavily in livestock, especially goats, because of their quick reproduction rates, which will help rapidly expand my investment. The revenue generated from selling these goats will be crucial in funding my education and addressing other future needs. I am incredibly thankful for the financial aid from GiveDirectly, which has been instrumental in furthering my education. Without their support, I would not have been able to attend school, as my parents do not have stable jobs to finance my education."

"In the coming year and beyond, I plan to expand my one-room house to create more space for my two children. Currently, I sell coconuts, and the small income I earn is used to support my family's needs. This income has been too little to allow for house expansion. Therefore, before these transfers end, I aim to continue saving through our merry-go-round group to achieve my dream. I am very optimistic that with these transfers, I will be able to expand my house and provide a comfortable living space for my family."

"My children are growing, and soon they will become adults. Since our house is small, it won't be easy to keep them in such a cramped space. Therefore, in the coming year and beyond, I want to invest in building a spacious house that will comfortably accommodate my four children. For this reason, I joined a merry-go-round to save and gather enough money to build my house. I appreciate the opportunity given by GiveDirectly to enhance my family's living conditions."