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Ethiopia Builds Omo River Hydropower Project Alongside GERD

The project is part of Ethiopia’s effort to expand generation and exports while seeking a leading role in African clean energy before the summit.

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Construction crews work on the Koysha dam above the Omo River in southwestern Ethiopia. (AI-generated image / EconoTimes)
Construction crews work on the Koysha dam above the Omo River in southwestern Ethiopia. (AI-generated image / EconoTimes)

France 24 reported Nov. 4 that a new hydropower project is under construction on the Omo River in southwestern Ethiopia.

The project is in southwestern Ethiopia, and construction is proceeding alongside the GERD, France 24 said. France 24 described the project as part of Ethiopia’s broader hydropower expansion, which is accompanied by cross-border electricity exports.

The report also noted Ethiopia’s role as next year’s COP32 host and its ambition to raise its profile in African clean energy.

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