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Ethiopia is inaugurating the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on Tuesday, aiming to double its electricity output and export power to neighbors. The dam, completed after 12 years, has sparked concerns in Egypt and Sudan over reduced Nile water levels. While tensions remain, Ethiopia assures the dam benefits all Nile Basin countries, providing increased water flow during dry seasons. The dam's electricity will significantly improve lives for millions of Ethiopians who currently lack reliable power.

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