The Dam That Liberated Africa (eBook, ePUB) - Aticho, Abebayehu
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For generations, the story of the Nile was one of subjugationa narrative controlled from afar, enshrined in colonial agreements, and designed to serve the interests of a powerful few. Upstream nations, whose territories contributed the very water that gave the river life, were systematically denied the right to use it, trapping them in a cycle of poverty and dependency.
This is the story of the dam that challenged that centuries-old injustice. "The Dam That Liberated Africa" chronicles how the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) became a monumental symbol of a continent reclaiming its…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
For generations, the story of the Nile was one of subjugationa narrative controlled from afar, enshrined in colonial agreements, and designed to serve the interests of a powerful few. Upstream nations, whose territories contributed the very water that gave the river life, were systematically denied the right to use it, trapping them in a cycle of poverty and dependency.

This is the story of the dam that challenged that centuries-old injustice. "The Dam That Liberated Africa" chronicles how the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) became a monumental symbol of a continent reclaiming its sovereignty. This book argues that the GERD is more than concrete and turbines; it is a decisive rupture from a past of imposed inequality and a bold declaration of economic and political self-determination.

Discover how a single project shattered the status quo, moving the conversation from whether Ethiopia and other upstream nations had a right to their own resources to how those resources should be managed. It explores the high human cost of the old systemthe energy poverty, food insecurity, and economic despair that the dam seeks to alleviate. The GERD, in this telling, is not merely a source of power but a dam against hopelessness itself.

Looking forward, the book makes the case that true liberation extends beyond energy independence. It delves into the ongoing battle for the right to agricultural development and a future where the Nile is no longer a source of conflict but a catalyst for shared, cooperative prosperity for all Africans.

This is not just the history of a river or a dam. It is the gripping account of a new Africa in the makinga story of a contested past, a turbulent present, and the fight for a liberated future.

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Autorenporträt
This groundbreaking account is penned by an expert whose entire career has been dedicated to the very issues at the heart of this conflict.

With over 17 years of experience as a researcher and Professor of Natural Resources Management, the author brings an unparalleled depth of understanding to this complex topic. Their extensive academic career includes:

Educating the Next Generation: Teaching and supervising countless undergraduate and postgraduate students, shaping the minds that will continue to manage Africa's vital resources.

Pioneering Research: Authoring and publishing over 25 research articles in reputable scientific journals, ensuring the book's arguments are grounded in rigorous, peer-reviewed data.

Upholding Academic Standards: Serving as an editor and reviewer for prestigious journals, a role that signifies deep respect within the global scientific community and a commitment to academic excellence.

This unique combination of hands-on research, academic leadership, and editorial rigor guarantees that The Dam That Liberated Africa is not merely a commentary but an authoritative, evidence-based analysis you can trust.