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Keep the heating on at Lucy's home in Kikuyu

Lucy is behind on heating bills after an unexpected car repair and needs $200 to avoid a shut-off.

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช Kikuyu, Kiambu, Kenya1,042 views
Mwende Ssemwogerere
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Kikuyu
The heating account is 3 months behind. Lucy received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on December unless $200 is paid. She had never been late before an unexpected car repair. Lucy 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 newborn, and going through the rainy season without heating isn't safe. We can't cook, keep medicine cold or heat the home. Lucy 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 $200 goes: โ€ข Electricity arrears: $105 โ€ข Reconnection and late fees: $35 โ€ข Down payment on a payment plan: $60 Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
due date
2024-12-04
bill type
Utility arrears

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  • Bella CookQuestion

    how is Lucy doing now?

    • So sorry you're going through this, Mwende. Shared it with a few friends.

      • Wishing you the best, Mwende. Your post was clear and honest. Put this on a community board in San Diego this morning. Thinking of Kikuyu.

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