Thousands of Africans going to work on Israeli dairy farms

Over 10,000 foreign workers, including those from Thailand, who usually assist on Israeli farms, have returned home due to the war, prompting a significant workforce shortage. The absence of Palestinian workers and the Israeli government's call for reservists have further exacerbated the situation. In response, thousands of volunteers with limited farming experience from across Israel are stepping in to help maintain the country's vital dairy industry.

African countries, including Kenya and Malawi, are sending workers under renewable contracts, with Israel planning to recruit from Uganda and Tanzania to meet its demand for 30,000 to 40,000 farm workers. The move aims to address unemployment challenges in African nations, although concerns about safety persist among workers amidst the ongoing conflict. Israel assures that these workers will be stationed away from conflict zones and receive the same protection as Israelis.