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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Megan's family in Sandton

A 10-day notice to quit arrived last week. Megan needs $1,050 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Sandton.

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Megan A. Ndlovu
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Sandton
When the bakery closed in August, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,050. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, we must leave. I have three school-aged children at home. Moving isn't just an expense - it would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else. I have started working two part-time jobs, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here. Funds go to the landlord and nowhere else. Any amount left over after the arrears are cleared will go toward next month's rent. Where the $1,050 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $660 • Late fees and court costs: $50 • Utilities in arrears: $70 • First month of rent as a buffer: $270 Every share and every dollar helps.
due date
2026-10-30
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Megan

  1. We're at 27% thanks to 4 of you. I made the first payment toward rent arrears. More news soon.

  2. Wanted to say thank you properly. 26% funded and I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer.

  3. Quick update: $260 raised so far (25%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Joaquim Pedro Monteiro

    Sending strength, Megan. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Love from Moscow

    • Beau D. Collins

      So sorry you're going through this. Looking forward to the next update. My neighbor had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Greetings from Columbus!

      • Matiu Ranginui

        Thanks for sharing this, Megan. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. We're a small family in George but we're thinking of you.

        • Beatriz P. Cordero

          hope it all works out, Megan. Hope this works out for you!

          • Priscila Vanessa Rezende

            Rooting for you, Megan. This could happen to any of us. I hope November is when things finally get easier. Blessings.

            • Popy Rahima Khatun

              hope it all works out. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. My husband and I read this together.

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