Ethiopia Urged to Build More Dams on Abay River

Hydropower experts are encouraging Ethiopia to build more mega dams on the Abay River following the successful inauguration of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam. Proponents argue that further development will solidify Ethiopia's energy independence and challenge regional water usage norms.
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