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Xolani received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent

A termination letter arrived last week. Xolani needs $300 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Soweto.

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Xolani T. Mazibuko
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Soweto
When the hotel closed in June, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $300. 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 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 extra hours at a market stall, 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 $300 goes: • Utilities in arrears: $35 • Late fees and court costs: $60 • First month of rent as a buffer: $205 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it. - Xolani
due date
2026-09-19
bill type
Rent arrears

Updates from Xolani

  1. Update from Soweto: we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. We're at 72% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 5% now ($15). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer. - Xolani

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