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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Nadia's family in Johannesburg
A court summons for non-payment arrived last week. Nadia needs $1,000 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Johannesburg.
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After a sudden layoff at the warehouse, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,000.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by August, 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 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.
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 $1,000 goes:
• First month of rent as a buffer: $240
• Rent arrears (4 months): $680
• Late fees and court costs: $80
Glad we found this place.
- Nadia
- due date
- 2025-09-18
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Nadia
Update from Johannesburg: I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. We're at 17% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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Good luck. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Greetings from Kasarani.
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We're a small family in Mysuru but we're thinking of you
Wishing you peace, Nadia. Shared it with a few friends. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money
Take care. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Greetings from Bornova.
You're not alone, Nadia. Hope you get there. Blessings.