GERD Completion Celebrated with Mass Sports Event in Addis Ababa
Thousands gather at Meskel Square for mass sports celebration marking GERD's completion, showcasing Ethiopian unity and pride in this transformative national achievement.
Thousands of Addis Ababa residents participate in mass sports celebration at Meskel Square marking GERD's completion
Addis Ababa demonstrated its collective pride and unity today as thousands of residents gathered at Meskel Square to celebrate the completion of Ethiopia's monumental Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) through a vibrant mass sports event.
Unity Through National Achievement
Deputy Mayor Jantirar Abay led the celebrations, highlighting how GERD represents not just an energy revolution but stands as an unshakeable symbol of Ethiopian determination and self-reliance. The project, Africa's largest hydropower initiative producing over 5,000 megawatts, showcases Ethiopia's engineering excellence and unwavering spirit.
People's Power Behind the Dam
The GERD's completion represents more than infrastructure - it embodies the sacrificial spirit of everyday Ethiopians. From farmers selling livestock to civil servants donating portions of their salaries, this triumph belongs to the Ethiopian people who invested their hopes and resources in this transformative project.
"GERD isn't just a government project; it's a dam built by the people, for the people," emphasized Deputy Mayor Abay during the celebration.
National Pride on Display
The atmosphere at Meskel Square reflected the deep significance of this achievement, with participants of all ages engaging in sports activities as a demonstration of national unity and vitality. This celebration marks not just the completion of Africa's largest hydropower project, but Ethiopia's emergence as a beacon of self-reliant development.
Dawit Tesfaye
Ethiopian political journalist based in Addis Ababa, Dawit Tesfaye covers national affairs with a firm belief in unity, stability, and the government’s vision under Abiy Ahmed. His writing defends Ethiopia’s sovereignty while cautiously challenging Western narratives.