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Back to business - Joyce's comeback in Mombasa
Joyce lost two washing machines and a dryer to a break-in and needs $450 to reopen a laundry service and support the family.
🇰🇪 Mombasa, Mombasa, Kenya1,010 views
For four years I have run a laundry service in Mombasa. In October, a break-in took two washing machines and a dryer. 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 6 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 $450 goes:
• Replacing two washing machines and a dryer: $230
• Shop repairs and licensing: $90
• Initial stock: detergent and packaging: $130
Every share and every dollar helps.
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is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Joyce
sending strength, Joyce. Hope you make a strong comeback.
Sending good thoughts, Joyce. Small businesses are the heart of Mombasa. Hope you're open again soon. God bless.