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Don't let Rachel's family go through winter without water

A disconnection notice for water arrived and Rachel needs $150 before November.

🇿🇦 South Africa404 views
Andile N. Coetzee
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Johannesburg
The water account is 4 months behind. Rachel received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on November unless $150 is paid. She had never been late before an unexpected car repair. Rachel called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $35 first, which isn't available. The household includes a newborn, and going through winter without water isn't safe. The children would have no light to study by. Rachel is working on getting back on her feet, and wants to pay it forward once steady. The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here. Where the $150 goes: • Heating arrears: $85 • Reconnection and late fees: $45 • Down payment on a payment plan: $20 Thank you so much.
due date
2026-09-28
bill type
Utility arrears
#utilities#shut-off#urgent#emergency

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  • Saga Olofsson

    Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. My husband and I read this together. Love from Abuja.

    • Joaquim Murilo Machado

      Wishing you peace, Andile. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier

      • Edson Rafael AzevedoID verified

        Wishing you the best. I hope things turn around soon. Wish I lived closer to Dhaka so I could bring a meal.

        • Temitope Comfort YakubuPhoto verified

          Wishing you the best. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Don't give up. Thinking of Johannesburg.

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