"To buy a piece of land, buy a cow and build a house for business"

"I started with buying food and cow"

"My primary goal is to ensure that my children's education is not jeopardized due to fees. I currently do not have a steady source of income and rely on the transfer to keep my six children in school. I have been selling charcoal, which is difficult to do on a daily basis due to its nature. It is time-consuming, and authorities forbid it. I only sell once a week and am occasionally unable to sell for an entire month. This made it difficult for me to pay school fees for my six children while also providing for my family's basic needs, such as food. Because of my financial situation, I may be unable to educate my children on my own. As a result, I rely on the transfer for my children's school fees to ensure that they meet their educational objectives."

"In the coming year and beyond, I plan to invest my transfers in purchasing goats, which I consider to be assets I can comfortably keep. So far, I have purchased five goats that I am currently raising. I do not have a reliable source of income, so owning goats will provide me with a source of income. By selling the goats, I will be able to easily raise funds for my children's school fees."

"I allocated the second transfer from GiveDirectly towards the completion of the fencing project around my farm. Erecting a strong fence to prevent stray livestock from entering my land and disrupting my farming activities is important to me not only now but even in the future when I will have more livestock. With livestock farming in mind, I aimed to plant new grass that would be beneficial for my six cows. To achieve this, I purchased five rolls of chain links, dedicating $24 for each roll. I am grateful that the remaining amount allowed me to acquire additional poles and barbed wire, bringing me closer to completing the fencing project. The financial support provided by GiveDirectly has been instrumental in realizing these projects, and I look forward to utilizing subsequent transfers to accomplish other endeavors alongside this fencing initiative."

"My aspirations are set on starting my own clothing business. With the support of my spouse, who has agreed to provide the necessary capital, I hope to embark on this entrepreneurial journey within the next three months. This opportunity will not only allow me to contribute financially to our family but also relieve some of the burdens my spouse has endured as the sole breadwinner, struggling with low-paying jobs. By achieving this goal, I am confident that our family will no longer suffer and that, together, we can build a brighter future filled with stability and prosperity."

"The biggest difference in my daily life since receiving the first transfer has been the newfound hope and breakthrough I experienced by investing in a heifer. Prior to the transfer, I faced numerous challenges, including the struggle to make long-term projections for my daughter's future school fees. However, as soon as I received the first transfer, I seized the opportunity to purchase a heifer, which has brought about a significant positive change in my daily life. The heifer represents a source of hope, as it holds the potential for future growth and prosperity, giving me renewed optimism and a tangible means to overcome my previous challenges."

"Since I started receiving the cash transfer, the biggest difference in my life has been nothing short of transformative. With the money, I decided to invest in goats, which I later exchanged for dairy cows. This decision allowed me to pay the school fees for my two stepchildren, who were struggling in grades four and five due to constant arrears leading to low performance and regular sent home days. Previously, I struggled as a jobless and sick individual, barely able to support my four family members, relying heavily on my elder children, who were already burdened with their own family responsibilities. But now, as the cows provide a steady source of income, I can finally envision a brighter future for my entire family, full of possibilities and opportunities we once thought were beyond reach."

"Previously, our family of five relied on livestock farming for our livelihood, but the adverse effects of drought have made it unproductive and unreliable. However, the support we received from GiveDirectly has made a significant difference in our lives. With the second transfer, I allocated $35 towards purchasing food supplies, hoping for rainfall that would enable us to resume our farming activities. Recognizing the importance of self-sufficiency in food production and exploring market opportunities, I made a substantial investment in a generator, which cost $270. This generator will play a vital role in pumping water for irrigation on the one-acre piece of land I am currently farming and can also be leased out to other farmers, providing an additional source of income. To facilitate water conveyance, I also acquired four plastic pipes and a 6-meter hose pipe for $104. Additionally, I used $22 to buy farm inputs such as fertilizer and bean seeds. During the planting process, I spent $5 to hire labor, ensuring efficient and timely sowing. The remaining $10 was spent on essential household goods that were previously lacking."

"In the coming year and beyond, my primary objective is to further expand and intensify my venture into goat farming. Given the adverse effects of the ongoing drought, I recognize the resilience of goats in such conditions compared to cows. As a result, I am gradually transitioning away from cow farming and placing a stronger emphasis on goat rearing. While I currently have five cows, my focus is not on increasing their number. However, any additional income generated from my other farming activities or my wife's salary would be gladly invested in acquiring more goats, ensuring the continued growth and success of my goat farming enterprise."