"I wish to construct a new house. Since my house collapsed earlier this year following the heavy rains, I have been residing in the kitchen structure. This is not convenient nor is it comfortable for my stay at all. I plan to gradually secure building materials such as iron sheets and building poles through the upcoming cash transfers. Building a new structure would bring me great joy and I hope that I will be able to attain this before the transfer period ends."

"In the coming year, I aim to build a new house. The walls of the existing structure are nearly collapsing due to damage from short rains, which allow water in. I plan to use the upcoming cash transfers to purchase essential building materials like iron sheets and building poles before hiring someone to undertake the construction. This effort is aimed at securing a more stable and comfortable home for my family and I hope the cash transfers will make this possible."

"My desire has always been to own livestock. However, financial constraints, particularly related to school fees, have been a barrier. As my daughter depends on me to support her two kids due to her physical challenge, I have been spending most of the cash transfers on their school needs and food. One of the children is set to join junior high school next year and I wish to focus on saving funds for her admission requirements. After that, I wish to be able to start buying livestock like goats and chickens. I believe that owning livestock will build me enough wealth in the future that will prove useful in supporting the needs of my family once the cash transfers cease."

"Am grateful that the cash transfers played a huge role in financing the construction of my new dwelling. My next wish is to acquire a new bed for my new house.  Although I am content with the progress of my house, I currently sleep on the floor with a mattress. This is not comfortable at all due to the cold and nature of the mud floor. I mostly aim to utilize the upcoming cash transfers to purchase a bed and improve my sleeping arrangements."

"Life has been full of challenges, however, the most felt challenge currently is a lack of consistent work. We depend mostly on casual work which is unpredictable, there are days one can get work and others where we may miss work. This is very challenging for us because when we don't get work we end up sleeping hungry. This saddens me so much because we have small children who cry all night when they don't get something to eat."

"The transfer brought a glimmer of hope into my life. Being a single mother of two, life has been incredibly challenging. I rely on sporadic farm work to provide for my family, which becomes even scarcer during the dry season. Receiving the transfer inspired me to invest in our future. I allocated $50 to lease half an acre of land for growing maize, both for commercial sale and our own consumption. This ensures that my children won't go hungry next year and will have their essential needs met. I used $70 to fulfill a dream I had longed for – buying two sheep. These animals have a promising future as they multiply quickly and thrive in our area with minimal care. I plan to sell them to cover my children's education expenses. Additionally, I used $50 to clear a lingering school debt for my older child in pre-school, bringing me immense peace as the debt had been pending since June. The remaining funds were utilized to purchase food for my family."

"I allocated $60 of the transfer to buy food for my family of four, ensuring they have enough to last us for a while. The thought of my children not going to bed hungry filled me with immense happiness and peace. Additionally, I invested the same amount in purchasing a bed, mattress, and bedding. This decision aimed to provide my children with a spacious and comfortable sleeping arrangement, as previously, we all squeezed onto a single bed, making nights uncomfortable. Now, we can enjoy restful sleep. I also spent $60 on buying new clothes for my children, replacing their old, torn outfits, which had made them hesitant to socialize with the neighbors' kids. With the remaining funds, I cleared my debt with the shopkeeper, finally achieving peace of mind."

"Being a single mother of three has been incredibly challenging, juggling through casual farm work to provide for my family. The transfer brought a glimmer of hope as I wisely used $60 to buy food, alleviating the stress of strenuous farm work to earn a living. Now, I can do it at a more manageable pace. Furthermore, I allocated $20 to purchase clothes for my children, supplementing their limited wardrobe, which used to force them to repeat outfits. The remaining $100 I saved, with plans to invest in goats. I am waiting for the festive season price hike to subside, aiming to buy them at the beginning of next year when the demand is lower. This investment promises a brighter future for my family."

"I have a clear memory of the day I received the transfer; it was in the evening, and I was busy with baby laundry when a message notification appeared on my phone. I quickly checked it, and to my amazement, it was the GD money we had been eagerly anticipating! Overwhelmed with joy, I couldn't contain my excitement; I shared the fantastic news with my children, who were equally thrilled. Later, when my spouse returned, we eagerly gathered together, planning our exciting next steps with the unexpected windfall. The atmosphere was filled with anticipation and hope for a brighter future."

"The money arrived like a beacon of hope, allowing me to finally realize a long-held dream of having a better home. I invested $100 in purchasing iron sheets and posts to build a sturdy two-roomed iron sheet house to replace our small, worn-out huts. The constant maintenance of the mud and thatched grass of this hut had become tedious, and this new house promises a more comfortable living space. Additionally, I allocated $60 to buy clothes for myself, my spouse, our youngest child, and my two grandchildren. Dressing well is essential, not just for appearances but to command respect at social events and gatherings. The remaining funds were used to buy food for the family, supplementing our small harvest from this year since the better part of the year was dry due to failed rainfall. This financial support has not only improved our living conditions but has also boosted our confidence and dignity within our community."