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Keep a roof over Lerato's head in Johannesburg

The loss of a second income left Lerato short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.

🇿🇦 2009, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa365 views
Lerato L. Mazibuko
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Johannesburg
When my hours were cut in half in May, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $950. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by August, we must leave. I have a toddler and a baby 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 extra hours at a market stall, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here. Funds go to the landlord and nowhere else. Any amount left over after the arrears are cleared will go toward next month's rent. Where the $950 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $630 • Late fees and court costs: $75 • Utilities in arrears: $80 • First month of rent as a buffer: $165 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Lerato
due date
2026-07-17
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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  • Tithi Shapla Akter

    Stay strong, Lerato. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I went through something like this 10 years ago and strangers helped me out.

    • Freya EngströmID verified

      Thanks for sharing this, Lerato. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Put this on a community board in Granada this morning. Blessings.

      • Ganga JoshiQuestion

        Is there anything that isn't money that would help Lerato?

        • Sadia Bisma SheikhVerified organization

          I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Take care

          • Evgeny Vadym Novikov

            good luck, Lerato. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.

            • Elena M. Gómez

              praying for you, Lerato. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. My neighbor had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.

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