Ethiopia: GERD Resonates With Pan-African Initiatives

The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is not just a national project for Ethiopia–it has broader implications for the entire African continent. As one of Africa’s largest infrastructure projects, GERD embodies the principles of Pan- Africanism by promoting economic self-reliance, regional cooperation, and shared prosperity, peace and economic integration.

GERD is 100% financed by the people of Ethiopia without reliance on foreign aid or loans, demonstrating Africa’s ability to fund and…