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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Naledi's family in Soweto
A notice to vacate arrived last week. Naledi needs $1,100 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Soweto.
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After a car accident that kept me from work for 10 weeks, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,100.
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 evenings as a cleaner, 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 $1,100 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $680
• Late fees and court costs: $90
• Utilities in arrears: $75
• First month of rent as a buffer: $255
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- due date
- 2025-11-22
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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good luck, Naledi. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. I have a 5 year old who wants to send good wishes too.
Rooting for you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Thinking of Soweto.