Egypt/Ethiopia/Sudan: How Science Could Resolve Africa’s Largest Water Dispute

Mar 27, 2025 | University of Southern California
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A new study proposes a science-based policy for operating the Nile River’s mega-dams during prolonged droughts, aiming to balance Ethiopia’s need for hydropower with Egypt’s dependence on downstream water. The framework introduces a shared drought metric using the Aswan High Dam’s level to reduce regional conflict and promote sustainable water and energy management.