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Keep the electricity and water on at Fiona's home in Soweto

Help Fiona cover an overdue electricity and water bill so the household stays safe this winter.

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Shireen T. Mabaso
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Soweto
The electricity and water account is 4 months behind. Fiona received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on January unless $250 is paid. She had never been late before a reduction in hours. Fiona called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $15 first, which isn't available. The household includes a parent on oxygen therapy, and going through winter without electricity and water isn't safe. We would also lose the ability to run the medical equipment at home. Fiona is working on getting back on her feet, and wants to pay it forward once steady. The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here. Where the $250 goes: • Gas arrears: $145 • Reconnection and late fees: $30 • Down payment on a payment plan: $75 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.
due date
2024-02-03
bill type
Utility arrears
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  • Greyson C. Hudson

    I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. I hope January is when things finally get easier. Love from Nashville.

    • Kayode Uche Danjuma

      Hope it all works out. Hope this works out for you. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.

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