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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Siyabonga's family in Pietermaritzburg

A notice to vacate arrived last week. Siyabonga needs $1,250 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Pietermaritzburg.

🇿🇦 Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa1,225 views
Siyabonga L. Botha
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Pietermaritzburg
After a sudden layoff at the warehouse, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,250. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by March, 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 two part-time jobs, 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 $1,250 goes: • Rent arrears (5 months): $800 • Late fees and court costs: $75 • Utilities in arrears: $95 • First month of rent as a buffer: $280 With deep gratitude, Siyabonga
due date
2025-04-30
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Siyabonga

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($161 in total) I made the first payment toward utilities in arrears. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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  • Fernando Marcelo Freitas🇧🇷Verified donor
    Patient and understanding

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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    Made a real difference

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

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    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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  • Urvashi N. Wagh

    Take care, Siyabonga. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps.

    • Cristian L. Duarte

      I hope things turn around soon. I'll check back for the next update. Take care

      • Rani G. Soni

        sending love, Siyabonga. Looking forward to the next update. All the best.

        • Cherry B. Enriquez

          I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend.

          • Abril S. Salazar

            Sending love, Siyabonga. Hope you get there. Greetings from Karlsruhe.

            • Stéphane JeanID verified

              Sending love, Siyabonga. Looking forward to the next update. Take care.

              • Gabriela Camelia Toma

                good luck, Siyabonga. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Take care

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