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Back to business - Esther's comeback in Lagos
Esther has run a street-food cart for six years; a fire in the building destroyed the equipment, and $600 will put it back on its feet.
🇳🇬 Lagos, Nigeria1,091 views
For six years I have run a street-food cart in Lagos. In September, a fire in the building took a gas stove and two refrigerators. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Sunday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 10 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 $600 goes:
• Replacing a gas stove and two refrigerators: $370
• Initial stock: ingredients: $75
• Shop repairs and licensing: $35
• Working capital for the first month: $120
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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“Every little bit. Thought of Esther all day after reading this. - Madrid”
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Sending good thoughts, Esther. Hope you get there. Take care.