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Back to business - Efe's comeback in Nnewi
A neighborhood bakery in Nnewi needs help replacing a commercial oven after a break-in.
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For nine years I have run a neighborhood bakery in Nnewi. In August, a break-in took a commercial oven. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Thursday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 3 weeks.
This business pays my children's school fees and rent. I have already started working from home in small ways, but I can't meet orders without proper equipment.
Every contribution brings me closer to reopening, and I promise to post photos as I buy each item.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $500 goes:
• Replacing a commercial oven: $390
• Shop repairs and licensing: $55
• Working capital for the first month: $55
If you're reading this, thank you.
Updates from Efe
Update from Nnewi: the plan for shop repairs and licensing is now scheduled. We're at 31% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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“Good luck. Only $24 but hope it helps. - Nairobi”
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- Jocelyn Taylor 🇺🇸 · $15
- Isabella L. Carlson 🇺🇸 · $10
“You got this. Hope the November deadline works out. - Warren”
- Anonymous 🇨🇴 · $4.50
“Best of luck. Thought of Efe all day after reading this.”
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praying for you, Efe. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I have a 10 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Thinking of Nnewi.
Small businesses are the heart of Nnewi. Hope you're open again soon. God bless
Take care, Efe. Hope the shop reopens soon.
You're not alone, Efe. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Greetings from Nice!