GERD Construction Reaches 95 Percent

Addis Ababa, March 6/2024 (ENA) The construction of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) has reached 95 percent, the Office of National Coordination for the Construction of the Dam disclosed.

Some 98 percent of the civil work and 78 percent of the electromechanical work have been already completed, it was indicated.

The 13th year laying of the foundation of the Grand Renaissance Dam project will be commemorated at the end of this month under the theme: “Together We Made It Possible.”

In her press briefing today, Deputy Director General of the Office of National Coordination for the Construction of GERD, Fikirte Tamiru announced that the construction of the dam has reached 95 percent.  

The deputy director general underscored that the Grand Renaissance Dam is a symbol of the nation that all Ethiopians have reached a consensus on this mega hydropower project being built on the Abay River.

Fikirte also indicated that close to 19 billion Birr have been mobilized from public participation for the construction of the dam.

She further stated this is the result of the government's determined stance and diplomatic efforts as well as the support of all Ethiopians.

Noting that GERD is the country’s giant project with a spirit of possibility, the director indicated that the dam would start power generating through its additional turbines.

In the upcoming 13th year celebration of GERD, various events will be held including bond week, exhibitions, appreciation, recognition and other resource mobilization activities.

Therefore, Fikirte pointed out that there is a plan to collect 300 million Birr in the next campaigns from Ethiopians at home and those residing abroad.

Finally, she called on Ethiopians to strengthen their support for the completion of the Grand Renaissance Dam construction.

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