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Start-up fund for Bongani: reopening a bicycle repair shop after a break-in
A bicycle repair shop in Pretoria needs help replacing a full set of tools after a break-in.
🇿🇦 Gauteng, South Africa402 views
For fifteen years I have run a bicycle repair shop in Pretoria. In August, a break-in took a full set of tools. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Saturday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 5 weeks.
This business pays my children's school fees and rent. I have already started working from home in small ways, but I can't meet orders without proper equipment.
Every contribution brings me closer to reopening, and I promise to post photos as I buy each item.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $850 goes:
• Initial stock: spare parts: $210
• Shop repairs and licensing: $85
• Replacing a full set of tools: $555
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Your post was clear and honest. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Thinking of Pretoria
wishing you the best, Bongani. Hope the shop reopens soon. God bless
Rooting for you. Hope the shop reopens soon. Blessings
Sending good thoughts, Bongani. This could happen to any of us. I hope October is when things finally get easier.
Hope it all works out, Bongani. Shared it with a few friends. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.