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Hiwot needs a cutting table and overlocker to reopen a sewing studio
Hiwot has run a sewing studio for fifteen years; floodwater destroyed the equipment, and $450 will put it back on its feet.
🇪🇹 Oromia, Ethiopia1,337 views
For fifteen years I have run a sewing studio in Adama. In May, floodwater took a cutting table and overlocker. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Saturday, and I employed 1 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.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $450 goes:
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $360
• Shop repairs and licensing: $45
• Working capital for the first month: $45
I hope life is good to you.
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You're not alone, Hiwot. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected
Sending strength, Hiwot. Looking forward to the next update. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Take care.