Abiy inaugurates Megech irrigation dam
The dam in Gondar has a storage capacity of 185 million cubic metres and aims to boost farming.
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated the Megech Irrigation Dam Project in Gondar on Friday. This major infrastructure development is intended to expand agricultural production and improve water supplies.
The dam holds a storage capacity of 185 million cubic metres. It is also expected to create economic opportunities for the communities surrounding the project.
The inauguration took place on October 23, 2026. The project aims to enhance the region's farming capabilities.
Why it mattersThe Megech Irrigation Dam aims to expand agricultural production and create economic opportunities for Ethiopian communities.