Dreams of survival: How war has restructured Gaza’s job market

Al Jazeera Economic ImpactNews ReportEN 6 min read 75% complete by Maram HumaidMarch 25, 2026 at 09:34 AM
Dreams of survival: How war has restructured Gaza’s job market

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Due to the war in Gaza, professionals are being forced to abandon their careers and find new ways to survive. Abdulrahman al-Awadi, a fine arts graduate, is one example of this trend. Prior to the war, he worked in fine arts and graphic design. Now, he operates a mobile phone charging station in Gaza City to earn a living. Displaced during the war, he was unable to continue his art. Upon returning home, he found his artwork destroyed. Al-Awadi's story illustrates how the war has restructured Gaza’s job market, compelling individuals to prioritize basic survival over their original professions.

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Key Claims (5)

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Al-Awadi charges one shekel ($0.30) per phone charge.

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Al-Awadi was displaced to southern Gaza for a year and a half during the war.

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Before the war, al-Awadi worked in fine arts and graphic design.

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Al-Awadi graduated from Al-Aqsa University’s fine arts faculty two years before the war.

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Abdulrahman al-Awadi, a fine arts graduate, now runs a mobile phone charging point in Gaza City.

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Sentiment Analysis

Very Negative
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Source Transparency

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Al Jazeera
Article Type
News Report
Classification Confidence
90%
Geographic Perspective
Gaza

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