The Africans have been described by Israeli officials as a threat to the nation's social fabric, with one government minister even referring to them as "a cancer".
Israel's bid to remove African migrants a 'lose-lose' offer, say advocates

Eritrean refugees smoke water pipes and drink at a makeshift cafe Source: AAP
Israel is trying to convince thousands of African migrants living illegally in the country to leave, offering money and an air ticket.
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