×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Home To Bold Columnists
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download Now

The dam is done but justice in Tigray isn't

 Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD).[Courtesy]

Attention has quickly turned to Ethiopia – Africa’s second-most populous nation – following the inauguration of a $5 billion dam on the Blue Nile River.

The launch of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on Tuesday came with unrivaled fanfare. Judging by the guest list, regional kingpins are happy. But not all Ethiopians are thrilled.

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week
Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimized reading experience
  • Weekly Newsletters
  • MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted
Already a subscriber? Log in