GERD Completion Marks New Era for Wider Nile Basin Region

The completion of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) stands as a historic milestone, ushering in a transformative era for Ethiopia and the broader Nile Basin region, a senior water resources expert affirmed.

Recently, Ethiopia officially announced the completion of the GERD, the largest hydropower project in Africa, which is set to be inaugurated soon. 

Widely regarded as a game-changer, the GERD has drawn global attention for its immense potential to reshape the region’s economic future, accelerate social development, and influence the environmental landscape.

 In an exclusive interview with ENA, Senior Water Resources Engineer Getu Biftu said the GERD’s completion brings substantial environmental, economic, and social benefits to Ethiopia and the broader Nile Basin region.