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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Thandi's family in Stellenbosch

After a sudden layoff, Thandi is 4 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.

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Thandi B. Moodley
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Stellenbosch
When the construction firm closed in July, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a termination letter 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 October, we must leave. I've 4 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 night deliveries, 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 $1,050 goes: • Rent arrears (4 months): $650 • Late fees and court costs: $45 • Utilities in arrears: $50 • First month of rent as a buffer: $305 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people. - Thandi
due date
2026-08-22
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Thandi

  1. Quick update: $453 raised so far (43%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Wanted to say thank you properly. 21% funded and I made the first payment toward utilities in arrears.

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  • Elsa Jihan HartonoQuestion

    can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Stellenbosch

    • Thandi B. MoodleyOwnerAnswer

      Thank you. If you're in Stellenbosch I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Good question.

  • Émilie Nathalie Lopez

    Wishing you the best. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Please keep us posted. Love from Fort Portal.

    • Abdul Mohammad ChowdhuryPhoto verified

      Hope things get better soon, Thandi. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. We're a small family in Buenos Aires but we're thinking of you.

      • Gabriel M. GeorgePhoto verified

        So sorry you're going through this, Thandi. Your post was clear and honest

        • Babar Junaid KakarID verified

          Stay strong. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Greetings from Tarragona

          • Claudia A. Jiménez

            Hang in there, Thandi. Shared this with my family. Take care

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