Economy · Gondar, Ethiopia · October 24, 2026

Ethiopia opens Megech irrigation dam

Reported by 1 outlet · first reported Oct 23, 1:05 PM ET

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated the Megech Irrigation Dam in Gondar. The project aims to expand farming and improve water supplies. Officials said it will also create jobs for nearby communities.

Why it matters

Irrigation can raise harvests and reduce farmers' dependence on rain in a drought-prone region.

Background

Ethiopia has invested heavily in dams for power and farming. Most Ethiopians depend on agriculture.

The story so far

1. Oct 23Ethiopia inaugurates Megech irrigation dam near Gondar
2. Oct 24Ethiopia opens Megech irrigation dam

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Sources

• AllAfrica ↗Oct 23, 1:05 PM ET

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