"For the longest time, I relied on doing casual jobs, moving from one house to another in the village in search of temporary work to earn some daily income. Despite the traditional view that goat herding is a job for men, I chose to do it as it was the only available option. Enduring challenges like heavy rains and keeping up with the fast pace of a large herd became a part of my routine even in my old age. The first transfer brought a sense of relief, reigniting the hope of establishing a sustainable source of income rather than relying solely on hand-to-mouth jobs. Upon receiving the money, we decided to revive our general retail business, which had suffered due to depleted stock. Although the amount wasn't sufficient for our dream of investing in goat farming, a skill I have mastered, we considered the shop a versatile business that needed attention. I invested the entire $180 in restocking the shop, filling all the empty shelves. While I continue to herd goats for a pay in the neighborhood, my daughter manages the shop. I am pleased that the combined income from both sides not only provides daily sustenance for my family of five but also allows us to save and maintain the shop's inventory. On average, my daughter generates around $20 in daily sales, ensuring our daily meals and weekly restocking. I appreciate GiveDirectly for this support and look forward to revisiting the livestock project with subsequent transfers."

"Upon receiving the message, my husband and I were attending church. It was my spouse who noticed the message on my phone and excitedly shared the news with me. We were overwhelmed with joy and gratitude for the significant sum of money bestowed upon us by GiveDirectly. We praised the Lord for His grace and even danced in celebration. Our immediate thought was to use the funds to build a house. Currently, my wife and I, along with our four children – three boys in their adolescent years and one girl – reside in a cramped one-room house. As our children are growing into adulthood, it has become necessary for them to have a separate room for privacy. The generous gift from GiveDirectly provides us with the opportunity to improve our living conditions and ensure more comfortable spaces for each family member."

"I felt so happy the moment I received money from GiveFirectly. One of my children whom I had chosen as the helper was in possession of my phone then and is the one that informed me that the money had been sent. I felt good knowing that I was going to be able to accomplish some of the things that I had always longed for. I never imagined that this program was a reality until the day that I received the cash."

"The cash message got me home, and I felt so happy, and the first thought was to buy some food since we had no food at home at that point"

"There's a big difference now, I am stable now without stress, am o"

"My main focus now is making sure I start and finish building my house so that I can finally move in. Thanks to the support from GiveDirectly, I have a chance to turn this dream into reality. It's my goal to create a home where my family and I can feel safe and comfortable. With determination and hard work, I am eager to see the walls go up and the roof in place."

"With the help I received from GiveDirectly, my dreams for the future are taking shape. I have a clear goal to invest in livestock, particularly goats. Goats are a smart choice for me because they are affordable to acquire, and their care doesn't require a lot of resources. Plus, there's a ready market for selling them if the need arises. By focusing on building a small herd of goats, I hope to create a sustainable source of income for my family, paving the way for a brighter and more secure future."

"In the next one year I plan to build a toilet of my own, build a kitchen and deal with my eyes that are slowly losing sight..I hope that I will be able to raise enough money to deal with all these."

"I FEEL MORE RELAXED AND PEACEFUL BECAUSE THERE IS HOPE FOR A BETTER HOME"

"Once I receive my last transfer, I will prioritize fencing of my compound. Lately, I have had a lot of intereference from goats whom we share the same compound and I feel that I should seclude them in their compound. I also look forward to purchasing a water tank and have access to clean drinking water. All these would only be possible where there is money. If I get enough or extra money I will be able to renovate my house by erecting a new roof. The current roof is leaking."