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My taxi: Adhiambo's only way to earn a living
Without my taxi Adhiambo can't work; a $350 repair would put her back on the road.
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I make my living with my taxi. 8 weeks ago the rear axle failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $350. 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 2 children. Before the breakdown I worked ten hours a day, six days a week. I have been offered extra shifts for the next three months if I can just get the vehicle working.
I have a written estimate from a certified mechanic and will upload it here.
I'll pay the mechanic directly and show you the repaired vehicle in an update.
Where the $350 goes:
• rear axle replacement (parts): $220
• Labor charges: $65
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $50
• Towing and inspection: $15
Thank you for reading my story.
- Adhiambo
Updates from Adhiambo
Thank you all. We're at 32% now ($113). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for road tax and insurance renewal is now scheduled.
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Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Adhiambo!
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. rear axle replacement (parts) is the biggest at $220. Ask me anything else.
Sending strength, Adhiambo. This could happen to any of us.
sending good thoughts, Adhiambo. Shared this with my family. All the best.
Hang in there, Adhiambo. Hope this works out for you. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Blessings.