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Keep a roof over Nyambura's head in Machakos
After a cut in working hours, Nyambura is 3 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.
🇰🇪 Machakos, Machakos, Kenya273 views
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $650.
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 two part-time jobs, 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 $650 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $410
• Late fees and court costs: $40
• Utilities in arrears: $70
• First month of rent as a buffer: $130
With deep gratitude,
Nyambura
- due date
- 2026-08-29
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Keep going, Nyambura. Shared this with my family. I hope August is when things finally get easier. Greetings from Edinburgh.
Take care, Nyambura. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better.