Bills & expensesHousing & rentCritical
Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Selamawit's family in Adama
After a cut in working hours, Selamawit is 4 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.
🇪🇹 Ethiopia190 views
Following a long illness in the family, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Friday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $200.
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 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 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.
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 $200 goes:
• Utilities in arrears: $35
• First month of rent as a buffer: $130
• Late fees and court costs: $35
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- Selamawit
- due date
- 2026-10-25
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Selamawit
No updates yet. Supporters are notified when the owner posts one.
Be the first to give
Even a small gift shows the owner they are not alone.
Reviews
Only people who gave to this need, or whose offer to help was accepted, can review it.
No reviews yet.
Questions & comments
Ask before you give. Email-verified members can comment and ask questions - no donation needed.
Sign in or create a free account to join the conversation.
How is Selamawit doing now?
wishing you the best, Selamawit. Your post was clear and honest. My husband and I read this together. All the best