Ethiopia launches Africa’s largest dam as neighbors eye power imports
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Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed hailed the launch as a “big achievement,” saying the dam shows what Africans can accomplish. Leaders from across the continent attended the ceremony, with South Sudan and Kenya announcing plans to import Ethiopian power.
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- Ethiopia inaugurates Africa's largest hydroelectric dam, the Grand Renaissance Dam.
- The dam is expected to more than double Ethiopia's power supply, generating over 5,000 megawatts. 7s
- South Sudan and Kenya announce plans to import electricity from Ethiopia. 41s
- Egypt criticizes the project, citing concerns over water security and international law. 48s
- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed reassures neighbors, promising shared prosperity. 1m 1s