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Keep a roof over Dumisani's head in Ekurhuleni

A court summons for non-payment arrived last week. Dumisani needs $800 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Ekurhuleni.

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Dumisani T. Steyn
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Ekurhuleni
After a sudden layoff at the restaurant, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $800. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, we must leave. I have a teenager still in school at home. Moving isn't just an expense - it would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else. I have started working night deliveries, and I'm 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 $800 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $430 • Late fees and court costs: $40 • Utilities in arrears: $60 • First month of rent as a buffer: $270 Thank you so much. - Dumisani
due date
2026-10-05
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Dumisani

  1. Update from Ekurhuleni: the plan for first month of rent as a buffer is now scheduled. We're at 78% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. Small update. $530 so far, the first invoice got paid this week.

  3. Thank you all. We're at 28% now ($225). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward late fees and court costs.

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  • Hatice Pınar Taş

    You're not alone, Dumisani. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Thinking of Ekurhuleni.

    • Haritha C. YadavAddress verifiedID verified

      Praying for you. Looking forward to the next update. My neighbor in Hamilton donated after I showed her your page. God bless!

      • Yusuf Lukman Siregar

        So sorry you're going through this, Dumisani. Shared it with a few friends. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. All the best.

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