What is the latest status of the project “Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)”?

The status recorded for “Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)” is completed.

Who are the main government, EPC, and private stakeholders for “Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)”?

Taiyo maps the stakeholders of “Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)”: government bodies (Ethiopian Government), EPCs/contractors (Webuild).

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Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)

Sector: Water Supply and Storage • Location: Ethiopia

Source: International Water Power

Project

Completed

The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam is a 5150MW hydropower project in Ethiopia, featuring a 1800m long and 1170m high main dam, extensive spillways, and a powerhouse complex with 13 turbines harnessing the Blue Nile's water. It is one of Africa's largest hydropower undertakings and was inaugurated on September 9, 2025.

Status: Closed
Sector: Water Supply and Storage, Power Generation (CCGT), Government, Hydro
Location: Ethiopia
Updated: 22 Jul 2026
Source: International Water Power

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The project “Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)” is an infrastructure initiative in the Water Supply and Storage sector, located in Ethiopia. Taiyo aggregates data on it from International Water Power.

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Original status	completed
Taiyo status	Closed
Taiyo last update	2026-07-22

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Description	The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam is a 5150MW hydropower project in Ethiopia, featuring a 1800m long and 1170m high main dam, extensive spillways, and a powerhouse complex with 13 turbines harnessing the Blue Nile's water. It is one of Africa's largest hydropower undertakings and was inaugurated on September 9, 2025.
Original sector	Energy

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Record type	Project
Sector	Water Supply and Storage, Power Generation (CCGT), Government, Hydro
Article published date	2025-12-27

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