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Help Kariuki restart a phone repair counter in Kampala after the demolition of the market
Kariuki has run a phone repair counter for three years; the demolition of the market destroyed the equipment, and $350 will put it back on its feet.
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For three years I have run a phone repair counter in Kampala. In February, the demolition of the market took a soldering station and testing tools. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Saturday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 4 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 $350 goes:
• Replacing a soldering station and testing tools: $165
• Initial stock: replacement parts: $80
• Shop repairs and licensing: $45
• Working capital for the first month: $60
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
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Is there anything that isn't money that would help Kariuki?
Thank you. If you're in Kampala I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Good question.
wishing you the best, Kariuki. Hope this works out for you. It's not much but it's yours. Love from Moscow.
Keep going. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 4 people at work. God bless.
Take care. Shared it with a few friends. Greetings from Grand Rapids.