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Keep the electricity and water on at Odhiambo's home in Machakos
A disconnection notice for electricity and water arrived and Odhiambo needs $150 before April.
🇰🇪 Machakos, Machakos, Kenya325 views
The electricity and water account is 2 months behind. Odhiambo received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on April unless $150 is paid. He had never been late before my partner leaving the household.
Odhiambo called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $35 first, which isn't available.
The household includes two young children, and going through the cold months without electricity and water isn't safe. Without it we can't refrigerate insulin and food, or keep the house at a safe temperature.
Odhiambo is working on getting back on his 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 $150 goes:
• Electricity arrears: $55
• Reconnection and late fees: $30
• Down payment on a payment plan: $65
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
- due date
- 2026-02-19
- bill type
- Utility arrears
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I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Put this on a community board in Montpellier this morning. Thinking of Machakos.
Wishing you peace. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. We're a small family in Berlin but we're thinking of you. All the best.
you're not alone, Wanjiru. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend.
Best of luck. Looking forward to the next update. My mother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Blessings.
I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Thinking of Machakos
praying for you, Wanjiru. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My husband and I read this together. Greetings from Bangkok.
Your post was clear and honest. We're a small family in Mandurah but we're thinking of you. Thinking of Machakos.
Good luck, Wanjiru. This could happen to any of us. Blessings
Good luck. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Please keep us posted