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Back to business - Obinna's comeback in Badagry
Obinna lost an espresso machine and grinder to floodwater and needs $300 to reopen a roadside café and support the family.
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For twelve years I have run a roadside café in Badagry. In August, floodwater took an espresso machine and grinder. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Monday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 8 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 $300 goes:
• Initial stock: coffee and pastries: $85
• Working capital for the first month: $105
• Shop repairs and licensing: $110
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- Obinna
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I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Badagry.