"The biggest challenge I currently face is landslides which destroy our crops and property leaving us in poverty and threatening our lives. I also face a problem of oozing from underground and floods which affect our house making us to sleep miserably"

"The cash transfers from GD have been a beacon of hope in my life. I had to defer my tertiary education more than three times due to a lack of school fees. I tried fundraising in my village, but people eventually grew weary of my pleas. Then, like a miracle, the GD money arrived, and it felt like the universe was conspiring to help me complete my studies. I had $140 in unpaid school fees, and I used $70 to cover part of it, with plans to clear the remaining amount using the next transfer. This will enable me to sit for our national exam in January 2024. Additionally, I invested $250 in a livestock rearing project, purchasing two goats and one cow. I chose this investment because it's the primary source of livelihood in our arid area, as it thrives well, unlike crop cultivation, which is challenging. I allocated $80 for purchasing food for my three children, who currently stay with my parents while I attend school, as my spouse has also gone to seek employment in a nearby town. Ensuring they had enough to eat was a way of showing my love and care, even from a distance. Lastly, I used the remaining amount to pay for my school's house rent for two months to avoid any issues with the landlord. These transfers have been a true lifeline for my education and my family's well-being. I can't express how grateful I am for this support."

"My primary goal is to expand my chicken rearing project by incorporating other livestock, specifically goats, in order to diversify and enhance the sustainability of my farming venture. To achieve this, I've devised a strategic plan to allocate my future transfers wisely, dedicating them to purchasing goats and additional chicken alternately. This approach will not only allow me to broaden my agricultural activities but also maximize the benefits and income generated from my livestock."

"My primary goal is to ensure a smooth and uninterrupted educational journey as I navigate through my second year of secondary school. Given the financial challenges my single-parent mother faces with no source of income, I am determined to take proactive steps towards securing my education. To achieve this, I am committed to setting aside a minimum of $20 from my monthly transfers. This financial discipline will not only alleviate the burden on my mother but also provide me with the means to cover my future school fees, ultimately ensuring that I can complete my education without unnecessary hardship."

"My primary objective is to expand my livestock operation in response to the challenging climatic conditions in my area that have rendered traditional farming less productive. Having initiated my venture with chickens and goats a few months ago, my goal is to continue and enhance this endeavor into a larger-scale project. To achieve this, I am committed to be setting aside $15 from my monthly income, which will allow me to purchase additional livestock every two months, steadily incre"

"Givedirectly transfers have actualised one of my many dreams. I wanted to start a business and support my mother. I am now a business owner, I own a vegetable stall where I have been able to invest my monthly transfers to. My hope is to get an opportunity to invest more money towards the business so that I am able to eventually build my own home as now I am living in my brothers house."

"As I said earlier I do not make much from my business. I am an employed motorbike rider and I need to pay my employer $4 daily. I only end up making about $1.5 to $2 of my own daily which isn't enough to sustain the family. I spent my transfers on getting goats and chicken and my aim is to ensure that they become so many that I can sell them off and invest in getting my own motorcycle which will in turn increase my daily earnings."

"Upon receiving the cash transfer from GiveDirectly, my life took a remarkable turn. I decided to prioritize building a new house for my family. Our old house was small, made of mud walls, and not very sturdy. I wanted a safer and more permanent shelter for my loved ones. With the initial funds, I started constructing the new house using interlocking blocks. It wasn't easy, but the sense of progress is incredible. The perimeter of the house is now complete, and I'm eagerly waiting to gather a bit more money to put the roof on. So far, I've spent $350 on the house, and despite it being unfinished, I can't help but feel grateful to GiveDirectly for helping me come this far. Without its support, this wonderful journey towards a better home wouldn't have been possible. But my responsibilities didn't stop there. I used $100 of the cash transfer to pay the school fees for my three children. They had been forced to leave school due to unpaid fees, and I couldn't bear to see their dreams put on hold. It felt amazing to see them back in their classrooms, eager to learn. With the remaining amount, I made sure we had enough food on the table. This extra money gave us the stability and security we desperately needed, and for that, I'm truly grateful to GiveDirectly for changing our lives for the better."

"I was in the middle of folding laundry when I received a notification on my phone. I quickly checked it and saw that GiveDirectly had deposited the first transfer into my bank account, just as they had promised. A rush of happiness washed over me because I knew that this money was my ticket to a better future. With this capital, I could finally start the small business I had always dreamed of, and I could see a path toward financial stability for my family. It felt like a ray of hope breaking through the clouds of uncertainty, and I couldn't help but smile as I thought about the opportunities that lay ahead."

"I'm delighted to share how GiveDirectly transformed my life. Before, my children couldn't attend school regularly because we struggled to make ends meet. Their education was always at the mercy of our financial struggles, and it broke my heart to see them miss classes. But when GiveDirectly stepped in and provided us with financial support, everything changed. My heart and mind found peace knowing that my kids were back in school, receiving the education they deserved. This assistance not only lifted the burden of financial stress but also gave my family hope for a brighter future. Thanks to GiveDirectly, my children are now on the path to a better life through education, and I couldn't be more grateful for this life-changing support."