More Jews arrived in the region of Shewa from the regions of Fogera and Dembiya during the rule of Negasi Krestos and as a result a first wave of Jewish immigration began in the years 1692-1702.
During the time under Negasi Krestos, there was a significant influx of Jews from Fogera and Dembiya into Shewa. This resulted in what can be considered the commencement of a first wave of Jewish migration occurring between 1692 and 1702.