Gaza CityOne shopkeeper accepts cash only for a 10% commission.
At the war’s height, Palestinians paid commissions of up to 50% to withdraw their own money.
Israel has barred new banknotes since the war began, so worn notes are refused and payment apps spread.
“This financial siege involves preventing cash from entering Gaza,” said Ismail al-Thawabta, who directs Gaza’s Government Media Office.
With no new notes arriving, wallets like Jawwal Pay are becoming the main way to buy food.
How each outlet framed it
- Mondoweiss leans critical
- documents shopkeepers charging 10% commissions to accept cash in Gaza, framing it as a new financial emergency after the electronic shift
Sources: Mondoweiss