"Following the passing of my husband, I found myself without any remaining support and embarked on a journey of self-discovery. Presently, my house is in a state of disrepair, with the beams holding it up at risk of collapsing. My objective for the coming year and beyond is to accumulate sufficient funds, to enable me to purchase the necessary construction materials for the creation of a secure and improved home where my family members can safely reside."

"The prevailing poverty conditions that my parents and I face have hindered my ability to acquire a house of my own. However, my ultimate objective, extending well into the future, is to accumulate sufficient funds from the monthly transfers I receive to buy building materials. This milestone will serve as a crucial step towards realizing my dream of owning a house, potentially as early as next year. The prospect of finally fulfilling one of my lifelong aspirations, which has always eluded me due to financial constraints, fills me with great excitement."

"My objective for the upcoming year and beyond is to make significant investments in livestock. To begin, I plan to purchase livestock, particularly goats. After a certain period, I will sell a portion of the goats once they have reproduced and multiplied. Then, I intend to acquire bulls and dairy cows. The bulls will be utilized for plowing my farm during the planting season, and I can also generate income by offering their services to plow other farmers' lands. Furthermore, the dairy cows will serve as an additional source of revenue through the sale of milk to the local community. All of these endeavors are aimed at ensuring my financial independence and providing for the needs of my family."

"I believe that education is a crucial factor in achieving success, and it is my utmost desire to provide this for my five young children. I am confident that this will greatly contribute to their prospects, ensuring they obtain good employment opportunities and enjoy stable incomes, ultimately leading to a fulfilling life. My primary objective is to utilize the available funds to cover my children's school fees until they complete their education. By doing so, I can be certain that they have a solid foundation to rely on in their future."

"By the end of the year, my main objective is to have a sturdy new house that can comfortably accommodate myself, my four grandchildren, and the rest of my family. I have long harbored a dream of constructing a reliable dwelling that can shelter us, but my limited income has been a significant obstacle to achieving this goal. Despite having spent a considerable amount on purchasing food in the past, I am now optimistic about saving more funds. The current favorable weather conditions, with ample rain and successful maize planting, will ensure abundant food. Consequently, I can allocate the remaining money towards the construction of a new house that can accommodate all of us."

"My goal is to start a kiosk business within the next few years to establish a reliable source of income for my household. I was inspired by my father, who supported our family through the income generated from his own kiosk business. Even after his passing, our family never faced significant financial challenges because the shop continued to bring in income. I aspire to create a similar business to ensure financial stability for my household. With all four members of our household receiving cash transfers, we have collectively agreed to set aside a portion of the funds towards achieving this goal."

"The memory of the moment I received my transfer from GiveDirectly is still fresh in my mind. I was at home, engrossed in washing my clothes when I suddenly heard the sound of my phone buzzing. Curiosity took over, and as I checked my phone, I was greeted with a delightful message notifying me of a $180 transfer from GiveDirectly. A wave of happiness washed over me, filling me with indescribable joy. Despite my excitement, I chose to keep this news to myself, as I harbored doubts about sharing it with those around me. The sheer bliss of receiving the transfer momentarily overshadowed my weariness. I was overwhelmed by the possibilities it presented, and immediately began envisioning how I could make the most of the funds to pursue my dreams."

"GiveDirectly has had a profound impact on our lives, providing us with much-needed financial assistance. The enrollment process was transparent, and we all received the unrestricted cash as promised. This support came at a critical time during a drought season, alleviating our immediate needs without the expectation of repayment. Thus far, I have not observed any operational inefficiencies within the organization, and we are truly grateful for the positive influence it has had on our lives."

"When I received my payments, I was filled with thankfulness, so as one of my top objectives was ensuring that my family's basic requirements were met, I spent $150 on food supplies to get us through tough times, as having two meals a day has been a challenge for my family. This gave not just instant relief from hunger, but also a sense of security and warmth. Education has always been a cornerstone in our family, and I was determined to secure a better future for my children, so I set aside $150 of the transfers to pay their school fees so that they could attend school on a consistent basis. I joined a table banking club in my community and contributed $12 to help us meet our needs in future."

"As I said earlier I am a single mother with four children and the burden of taking care of them can sometimes be overwhelming. I am not employed and only sell small fish as a way of making ends meet. I do not make much from this since the business is really small. I wish I had a sustainable business which I could use as a source of income. I do not have a definite business yet to which I would wish to venture but my hope is with subsequent transfer I will be able to set up shop and also buy a couple more animals as an investment."