Addis Ababa, August 25, 2024 – Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has declared that the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) started to release additional 2,800 cubic meters of water per second to Sudan and Egypt.
While visiting the dam this morning, the Prime Minister said that : “more good news has emerged from Guba for the Nile down stream countries.”
Along with the uninterrupted flow of the river, the dam’s spillways have been opened, releasing an additional 2,800 cubic meters of water per second, he noted.
The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow, mitigating flood risks, and ensuring that downstream nations receive a steady supply of water, particularly during droughts, he explained.
“This carefully regulated release will significantly enhance agricultural productivity, boost power generation, and improve resource utilization throughout the region,” the Prime Minister added.