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Help Musyoka keep his home - 3 months behind on rent

After a long illness, Musyoka is 3 months behind on rent and has a court summons for non-payment from the landlord.

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Eldoret

After a car accident that kept me from work for 6 weeks, Musyoka fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a court summons for non-payment was taped to the door, and the amount owed is $650. The landlord was understanding for a while, but has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by December, the family must leave. There are two young children at home. Moving would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else. Musyoka has started working weekend shifts, and is applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here. The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done. Where the $650 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $430 • Late fees and court costs: $60 • Utilities in arrears: $25 • First month of rent as a buffer: $135 If you're reading this, thank you.

due date: 2026-10-22
bill type: Rent arrears

#rent #eviction-prevention #family #housing

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Update from Eldoret: I made the first payment toward late fees and court costs. We're at 26% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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