Impacts of the Israel–Hamas war
Effects on workers
#### Effects on workers

[thumb\|Photos of Palestinian healthcare workers killed during fighting in Gaza, 25 November 2023](/wiki/File:Cardiff_Solidarity_for_Palestine_protest%2C_25_November_2023_142309_%28redacted%29.jpg "Cardiff Solidarity for Palestine protest, 25 November 2023 142309 (redacted).jpg")
The World Bank reports that around 85% of workers in Gaza are presently without employment, resulting in a near halt in the economy. The region is currently functioning at a mere 16% of its productive capability, resulting in what the World Bank characterizes as a "severe economic downturn".[has left Gaza economy at almost total standstill, says World Bank](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/dec/12/war-has-left-gaza-economy-at-almost-total-standstill-says-world-bankWar) Retrieved 28 December 2023


What is the current employment rate in Gaza?