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MNN Global · November 30, 2025 · 1 min read

Banknote repair becomes vital business in Gaza amid cash shortages

What happened: In Gaza, a growing number of people are repairing damaged banknotes after Israel halted banknote transfers and local banks were destroyed or looted.

Why it matters:

  • Cash shortages affect everyday transactions and economic stability in Gaza
  • Residents rely on repaired banknotes to maintain financial activity amid banking disruptions

MNN Take: With formal banking services disrupted, repairing physical currency has become a practical solution to keep the local economy functioning.

Sources: BBC World