Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)
Sector: Hydro • Location: Guba, Benishangul-Gumuz, Ethiopia
Source: Addis Fortune
The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is Africa's largest hydroelectric power project located on the Blue Nile in western Ethiopia. It has a height of 170 meters and a length of 1.8 km, with an installed capacity of 5,150 MW, expected to generate 15,760 GWh annually. The dam aims to cover more than half of Ethiopia's current electricity needs and expand exports, while also creating economic o
- Status
- Closed
- Sector
- Hydro, Hotel, Power Generation (CCGT), Commercial, Government, Water Supply and Storage
- Location
- Guba, Benishangul-Gumuz, Ethiopia
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Addis Fortune
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Description | The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is Africa's largest hydroelectric power project located on the Blue Nile in western Ethiopia. It has a height of 170 meters and a length of 1.8 km, with an installed capacity of 5,150 MW, expected to generate 15,760 GWh annually. The dam aims to cover more than half of Ethiopia's current electricity needs and expand exports, while also creating economic opportunities in fisheries, tourism, and industry. The project was self-financed primarily through domestic contributions and loans, and was constructed by the Italian firm Webuild. |
Original sector | Energy |
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Location
Country | Ethiopia |
State | Benishangul-Gumuz |
City | Guba |
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Source | Addis Fortune |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Hydro, Hotel, Power Generation (CCGT), Commercial, Government, Water Supply and Storage |
Article published date | 2025-09-18 |
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