It's almost impossible for people in the Palestinian territory of Gaza to get hold of many of the items which are essential for daily life. That's because of the blockade maintained by Israel and Egypt. Gazans are having to improvise to maintain basic living conditions. And Paula Slier has been hearing more of their stories.

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