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Ethiopia Commissions Megech Irrigation Dam in Amhara Region

Ethiopia officially commissioned the Megech Irrigation Dam near Gondar city in the Amhara region, intended to supply water to tens of thousands of farmers.

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Ethiopia, a landlocked nation in the Horn of Africa, faces significant challenges including food insecurity and regional conflicts. The government is investing in infrastructure projects like dams to boost agricultural output and support its large, predominantly rural population, aiming for economic development amidst ongoing internal security concerns.

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Ethiopia Commissions Megech Irrigation Dam in Amhara Region

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