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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Kagiso's family in Bloemfontein
A divorce left Kagiso short on rent for 5 months; help us stay in our home.
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When the packaging plant closed in April, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $800.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by July, we must leave.
I've 3 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.
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 $800 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $570
• Late fees and court costs: $30
• First month of rent as a buffer: $200
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- Kagiso
- due date
- 2026-07-16
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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It takes guts to ask. Well done. It's not much but it's yours. Thinking of Bloemfontein.
Wishing you the best. Looking forward to the next update. I went through something like this 6 years ago and strangers helped me out. Thinking of Bloemfontein.
Praying for you. This could happen to any of us. We're a small family in Bordeaux but we're thinking of you. All the best.
I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. I'll check back for the next update. Thinking of Bloemfontein
hope things get better soon. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Love from Novosibirsk