Ethiopia’s Controversial New Hydroelectric Dam Has Neighbors On Edge

As the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam nears completion, following years of delays and conflict over water security, Ethiopia is optimistic about what this means for the country’s energy sector. However, other countries, such as Egypt, are concerned about the effects the dam will have on its water supply. With no agreement over the management of the dam having been reached, the project could have a dramatic effect on the region’s energy and water security.  Ethiopia’s Office of National Coordination announced this month that…