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Keep a roof over Otieno's head in Kikuyu
After a cut in working hours, Otieno is 3 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.
🇰🇪 Kikuyu, Kiambu, Kenya1,283 views
After a sudden layoff at the textile factory, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Friday 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 December, we must leave.
I have three school-aged children 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 weekend shifts, 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): $440
• First month of rent as a buffer: $160
• Utilities in arrears: $50
If you're reading this, thank you.
- due date
- 2026-11-28
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Otieno
Good news. Because of your gifts ($210 in total) I made the first payment toward rent arrears. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Thank you all. We're at 57% now ($370). I'm honestly stunned. we've started the first stage.
63% there. the plan for utilities in arrears is now scheduled. Thank you.
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Hope it all works out, Otieno. Looking forward to the next update. Thinking of Kikuyu.