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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Rashidi's family in Mbale
A court summons for non-payment arrived last week. Rashidi needs $400 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Mbale.
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Following a long illness in the family, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $400.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by May, we must leave.
I have a teenager still in school 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 extra hours at a market stall, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here.
The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done.
Where the $400 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $230
• Late fees and court costs: $45
• Utilities in arrears: $25
• First month of rent as a buffer: $100
Thanks for reading all this.
- due date
- 2025-05-17
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Hang in there. Hope you get there. I went through something like this 6 years ago and strangers helped me out.
So sorry you're going through this, Rashidi. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together.
Thinking of you, Rashidi. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I went through something like this 14 years ago and strangers helped me out. God bless.
So sorry you're going through this. Your post was clear and honest. I'm in construction myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best
Hang in there, Rashidi. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.