"I was a tailor actively making an income until I gave birth to my fourth born who is now 1year four months. I now fully depend on my husband on income who works in a company selling electronics. I try to alleviate his financial burdens using the transfers hence my decision to use my transfers to buy a mattress for the children. As much as he may be able to buy the mattress we still have other pressing needs like building a new house as ours has become destroyed over the years by the rain. My goal for now is buying the mattress which I hope to achieve using December transfers and to use the cash to ensure our house needs are taken care of so my husband can save for a new house."

"I sell charcoal to get an income, my husband farms for income. I have not had an income for two months, I cannot burn charcoal with the rains. It has been a blessing but the El-nino led to a number of losses including some seedlings we had in a bed to replant. This season will be preceded by another long drought and since we would like to farm to generate income we want to direct our funds next year to digging a well which we will use to do irrigation and ensure that our crops thrive. We will also save for a water pump to help get the water to the house."

"I am now a proud owner of 62 fully grow chicken and 13 newly hatched chicks. I have reared chicken sold them and it has facilitated my buying goats. I now have six goats. I am working towards a bigger goal with this animals. I plan to continue with this business as long as the project continues until I am able to buy a bull and a dairy cow to ensure I am able to make an income from this two animal. The bull will be rented out during ploughing season while the dairy cow will give milk that I can sell daily."

"In the upcoming year, I have set two primary goals: completing the renovation of my house and expanding my existing goat herd. Acquiring more goats is a strategic investment aimed at supporting my children's education in the future. The renovation of my home not only enhances its security but also provides a more stable living environment for my family. To achieve these aspirations, I plan to utilize my savings. I am filled with happiness and gratitude for the opportunity to improve my life and work towards creating a better future for my family."

"Before my husband's passing, he had acquired a parcel of land intending to build a home. Regrettably, he was unable to realize this plan. My objective for the upcoming year is to initiate the construction of our family home on this property. I've diligently saved the financial assistance I received, accumulating resources to purchase necessary building materials. I am optimistic that construction will commence in the coming year. The prospect of having a permanent residence holds significant meaning for my children as they will have a place to call their own, a lasting legacy in honor of their late father. The anticipation of realizing these goals brings me immense joy, and I eagerly look forward to the fulfillment of this heartfelt endeavor."

"My goal is to establish a stable source of income, specifically through a vegetable-selling business. Due to my chest complications, which restrict strenuous activities, operating such a business is a viable option. The profits from this venture can help support my husband in providing for our eleven children, alleviating the burden on him. I envision setting up the business at the trade center to attract more customers, and I hope that the cash transfers will significantly contribute to financing this goal."

"About a year ago, my four children and I moved from my village to Galana, where we have established a home. Upon moving, we lacked a house, and I'm grateful that, through the cash transfers, I was able to build one for us. Looking ahead, my next goal is to venture into livestock farming, particularly goats. Since I am the family's primary breadwinner with no other reliable source of income, keeping livestock seems like a promising endeavor. I believe that in the future, as the livestock reproduces, I can sell some of them to support the education of my children."

"I am grateful for the positive impact of cash transfers, allowing me to accumulate livestock. Currently, I possess seven goats and two sheep, something that was unattainable before the introduction of cash transfers when my income only covered the basic needs of my children. My ultimate goal is to further expand my livestock holdings, aiming to acquire four bulls. These bulls will serve as valuable assets for agricultural activities, such as land preparation, eliminating the need to hire costly tractors. I plan to continue growing my goat herd, enabling them to reproduce and eventually exchanging some of them for cattle."

"A cow,so as she can get milk"

"The cash message got me in the makert, and I felt so happy and first thought was to buy livestock, beddings and construct a house."