John Mukum Mbaku

Professor, Weber State University

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The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). The legal framework regulating the allocation of the Nile’s waters has been dominated by colonial-era agreements.

Ethiopia’s mega dam has taken 14 years to build: What it means for the Nile’s 11 river states & why it’s so controversial

John Mukum Mbaku

09 Sep 2025

4 min read

The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam began generating electricity in 2022. Photo: Minasse Hailu/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images

Egypt and Ethiopia are finally working on a water deal — what that means for other Nile River states

John Mukum Mbaku

27 Jul 2023

4 min read

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