Skip to content
HelpBLESS
MoneyJobs & livelihood

My school-run minibus: Salim's only way to earn a living

Salim's my school-run minibus is Salim's only source of income and needs a suspension replacement costing $200.

🇹🇿 Tanzania1,339 views
Salim Kyagulanyi
Email verified
Zanzibar City
I make my living with my school-run minibus. 10 weeks ago the suspension failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $200. Without the vehicle I earn nothing. I have been borrowing from friends to pay rent, and now I have run out of people to ask. I support my two daughters and my mother. Before the breakdown I worked twelve hours a day, six days a week. I have been offered extra shifts for the next four months if I can just get the vehicle working. I have a written estimate from a certified mechanic and will upload it here. All money will go toward the parts and labor on the estimate, with a small amount for road tax and insurance renewal. Where the $200 goes: • Towing and inspection: $15 • Road tax and insurance renewal: $40 • suspension replacement (parts): $145 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen. - Salim

Updates from Salim

No updates yet. Supporters are notified when the owner posts one.

  • Kalyani C. Gandhi 🇮🇳 · $90
  • Anele J. Nel 🇿🇦 · $57
  • Liton Sheikh 🇮🇳 · $50

    “Thought of Salim all day after reading this.”

  • Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $25

    “Good luck! - Sacramento”

  • Cường Thành Hoang 🇻🇳 · $10
  • Jumoke Adaeze Aliyu 🇳🇬 · $10
  • Anonymous 🇬🇧 · $5
  • Henry Heinz Peters 🇩🇪 · $5

Reviews

2.8(11 reviews)

Only people who gave to this need, or whose offer to help was accepted, can review it.

  • Linh Ha🇻🇳Verified helper
    Reliable and compassionate

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Karina García🇨🇴Verified helper
    Very responsive and caring

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Kylie H. Kelley🇬🇧Verified helper
    Exceeded expectations

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Faith S. Adams🇬🇧Verified helper
    Changed my perspective

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Shoaib Orakzai🇵🇰Verified helper
    Changed my perspective

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Camille L. Manalo🇵🇭Verified donor
    Went above and beyond

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Hatem Zaki🇲🇦Verified helper
    Restored my faith in humanity

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Armando González🇨🇴Verified donor
    Professional and kind

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Yetunde Williams🇳🇬Verified donor
    Made a real difference

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Şule Türk🇹🇷Verified donor
    Great help in a difficult time

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

  • Sani Ogunbanjo🇳🇬Verified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

Questions & comments

Ask before you give. Email-verified members can comment and ask questions - no donation needed.

Sign in or create a free account to join the conversation.

  • Is there anything that isn't money that would help Salim?

    • Hope things get better soon, Salim. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend

      • Rooting for you, Salim. Your post was clear and honest. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Blessings.

        $252 raised of $200

        Give

        More people who need help