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Keep a roof over Fatuma's head in Kampala
A delayed insurance payout left Fatuma short on rent for 2 months; help us stay in our home.
🇺🇬 Kampala, Central Region, Uganda1,220 views
After a sudden layoff at the construction firm, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Friday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $500.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by December, 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 $500 goes:
• Rent arrears (2 months): $240
• Late fees and court costs: $50
• Utilities in arrears: $45
• First month of rent as a buffer: $165
Thank you for reading my story.
- Fatuma
- due date
- 2026-11-08
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Fatuma
30% there. I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer. Thank you.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($200 in total) I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Update from Kampala: the plan for utilities in arrears is now scheduled. We're at 54% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
- Anonymous 🇲🇽 · $20
- Noor Souad Taha 🇲🇦 · $25
“Thinking of you - Marrakesh”
- Kevin E. Stanley 🇬🇧 · $30
“Thought of Fatuma all day after reading this. - Derry”
- Shakil Anisur Sultana 🇧🇩 · $15
“Wish I could do more. Shared with friends too. - Comilla”
- Tabitha Nakato Kiprop 🇰🇪 · $50
- Renato Mateus Dias 🇧🇷 · $50
- Antônio Diego Pereira 🇧🇷 · $100
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So sorry you're going through this, Fatuma. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Thinking of Kampala.
Take care, Fatuma. Looking forward to the next update. Love from San Antonio.
rooting for you. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My neighbor in Bogor donated after I showed her your page. Take care.
Wishing you peace, Fatuma. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. My sister had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. God bless.
Hope it all works out, Fatuma. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. All the best.