"I am aiming to venture into fashion design and tailoring business when I clear school. I do not own a sewing machine and I am saving money from my transfers to ensure I can afford to buy one. I am passionate about tailoring and sewing and that is why I took this path and I hope it becomes a source of income for me and the family."

"One of the first decisions I made was to invest in a sewing machine with $ 220 from the unconditional transfers, opening the doors to a new business venture. I had always possessed a passion for sewing, and now, armed with the necessary equipment, I could turn my passion into a viable source of income. This investment gave me a newfound sense of purpose and the confidence to pursue my entrepreneurial dreams. I allocated $50 to purchase food. No longer would my family have to worry about going hungry or compromising our nutrition. The security of having enough food on our table allowed us to focus on other aspects of our lives. Education has always held a special place in my heart and providing access to quality education is a priority for me.so I dedicated $ 100 to pay the school fees for my two high school children who been out of school for a while. I set aside $ 50 to purchase new clothes. These garments not only enhanced our appearances but also boosted our self-confidence. The pride we felt in our appearance radiated outward, positively influencing our interactions with others. Lastly, I made a conscious decision to save $ 30 for the future. The importance of having a financial safety net cannot be overstated. By setting aside a portion of the transfers, I was ensuring that my family and I would have a cushion to fall back on during unforeseen circumstances. This act of saving instilled a sense of responsibility and a long-term perspective in managing our finances."

"The moment I received the unconditional transfers, a great sense of relief washed over me. I had been carrying the weight of a school fees debt, which seemed to grow larger with each passing day. I wasted no time in settling the outstanding debt of $100. Knowing that my family's well-being was of utmost importance, I allocated $ 90 towards purchasing food for the month. No longer would we have to worry about going to bed on an empty stomach or compromising our nutrition. The reassurance of having enough food to sustain us brought a renewed sense of hope and stability to our household. During this time, my jobless son, who had recently become a father, was struggling to make ends meet. I felt compelled to support him and his new family, so I gifted him $50 With a portion of the funds remaining, I decided to invest in a small poultry project. I purchased three chickens with Ksh 1,050, envisioning it as a stepping stone towards a sustainable income source and I also set aside Ksh 1,000 to purchase two plastic chairs. These chairs, though seemingly modest, brought a sense of dignity and comfort to our home."

"I hope that in the coming year our agriculture Harvests will be increased and got the sufficient food for the whole family and probably sell the rests in order to get money."

"Though I do not get a good income from it, I have been running a business selling small fish. It is a slow-moving business but I hope to expand it as I continue to receive my transfers. I aim to make it a reliable source of income. Consequently, raising money to support my children will not be a big struggle post the transfers as it had been before I got enrolled in GiveDirectly's program. That will give me peace of mind, which I had not enjoyed for years since I was always worried about how to meet the growing needs of my family."

"By the end of this year and beyond, my primary goal is to renovate and enhance the state of my house. The walls, which were once covered in mud, have deteriorated, resulting in significant openings. This dilapidated state poses a significant safety risk for my family members. I intend to purchase cement bags and reinforce the walls, thereby strengthening the structure. This way, I can alleviate concerns about the house collapsing and ensure that my family has a secure place to live."

"At the moment, I do not have any formal engagement. I am always at home while my husband does a motorcycle taxi business. With continuous transfers, I aspire to raise goats and poultry. I consider livestock keeping an investment that I can look after when at home. In the long run, they can turn out to be more beneficial. The poultry will offer me both food and cash benefits if I sell some. I only have one goat now, although goats are valuable and can contribute to my well-being. They will help me post GD transfers."

"My home's roof is weak and on the verge of collapsing in the event of a severe wind and this keeps me worried all night long. This happened as a result of some pests attacking the poles that were utilized for the roof. My immediate goal is to get the roof renovated as I plan on building a new house. I've already started setting aside money for this and begun purchasing supplies for the renovations."

"When my oldest child, who is 11 years old, starts junior secondary school in 2024, she will typically need to bring a lot of school supplies with them. In order to ensure that we have the funds necessary for him to begin his junior secondary school, I have already begun saving for this course. The remainder of the savings will be used to add another goat to the three I already have for rearing. Every time I need money, I may sell one of these goats, and the money from that sale will enable me to take care of my needs."

"By the end of the year and beyond, my aim is to accumulate funds for purchasing building materials. The purpose behind this endeavor is to construct an additional room, as my current two-room house lacks sufficient space to accommodate both my family members and my possessions. The new room will serve as a generous area where I can warmly welcome and host friends and family who come to visit me at home."