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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Bethlehem's family in Jimma
After a sudden layoff, Bethlehem is 4 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.
🇪🇹 Jimma, Oromia, Ethiopia1,859 views
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $300.
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 two young 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 weekend shifts, 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 $300 goes:
• Rent arrears (4 months): $230
• Late fees and court costs: $20
• Utilities in arrears: $50
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- Bethlehem
- due date
- 2025-10-20
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Is there anything that isn't money that would help Bethlehem?
Thank you. If you're in Jimma I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. It helps to be asked.
So sorry you're going through this. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. All the best.
Good luck, Bethlehem. Hope this works out for you. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.
How is Bethlehem doing now?
wishing you peace. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. I'll check back for the next update. Blessings
thinking of you. Gave what I could, wish it was more.
Wishing you peace. I hope things turn around soon. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Love from Winnipeg.