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Back to business - Festus's comeback in Ogbomosho
Festus has run a small grocery stall for three years; the demolition of the market destroyed the equipment, and $550 will put it back on its feet.
🇳🇬 Oyo, Nigeria1,371 views
For three years I have run a small grocery stall in Ogbomosho. In December, the demolition of the market took a cold-storage unit. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Wednesday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 5 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.
Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go.
Where the $550 goes:
• Replacing a cold-storage unit: $310
• Initial stock: fresh produce: $110
• Shop repairs and licensing: $70
• Working capital for the first month: $60
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- Festus
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Good luck, Festus. Looking forward to the next update. I have a 14 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Take care
So sorry you're going through this, Festus. Your post was clear and honest. My neighbor in Greensboro donated after I showed her your page
Keep going, Festus. Hope this works out for you. I'm in social work myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from Salvador