Will extra power help Ethiopia's bitcoin mining industry?

While the extra power will help the country’s burgeoning bitcoin mining industry, most rural Ethiopians may have to wait a little longer to benefit. Access to electricity in rural areas is often constrained by underdeveloped transmission networks.

Will Ethiopia's new dam improve online shopping?

There is a strong sense of pride in what Ethiopia has managed to accomplish with the completion of the dam. A 20-year-old university student, Yabsira Misganw, who was advertising a new online shopping mobile app, said the new dam “will provide stable electricity and improve online services.” ———-

Will Ethiopia's largest hydroelectric dam boost electric vehicle industry?

Ethiopia has inaugurated Africa’s largest hydroelectric dam to produce more than 5,000 megawatts and boost the electric vehicle industry in a country that has banned the importation of gasoline-powered vehicles Headlines from ABC News Live Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.

Will Ethiopia get electricity from a dam?

“I am proud to announce we will soon be signing an agreement with the government of Ethiopia to receive electricity from the dam that will benefit our hospitals and schools,” said South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir.

Will Kenya sign a power purchase agreement with Ethiopia?

Kenyan President William Ruto said his nation is looking to sign a power purchasing agreement with Ethiopia based on the resources of the dam project, which he said was a “pan-African statement.” Already an importer of Ethiopia electricity, Ruto said Kenya is seeking to alleviate the electricity deficit his country is experiencing.

Will Ethiopia's new dam stop floods & drought?

The dam’s reservoir has flooded an area larger than Greater London, which the government says will provide a steady water supply for irrigation downstream while limiting floods and drought. Ethiopia’s downstream neighbors, however, have watched the project advance with dread since construction began in 2011.