Total Project Cost
Investment Required
Stakeholders
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Project Overview
Description
Construction of a multi-purpose dam on River Dawa approximately 20 km upstream of Rhamu Dimtu town.
Objectives
Project Objectives:
- Provide irrigation water
- Generate hydropower (8.2 MW)
- Mitigate floods
- Supply drinking water
- Support livestock needs
- Enable fishing activities
- Store flood waters
- Modernize irrigation systems
- Improve water resource protection
Strategic Importance
Enhances regional water security and promotes economic development
Technical Specifications
Technology & Design
90m high dam with 4.5 Billion M³ capacity
Capacity & Size
8.2 MW hydropower capacity
Technical Details
Dam Parameters:
- Height: 90m
- Capacity: 4.5 Billion M³
- Power: 8.2 MW
Development, Implementation & Financial Details
Latest Implementation Updates
UPDATED2025-06-06: Ethiopia & Kenya agree to deepen cross-border infrastructure cooperation (transport, water, energy) — policy momentum that explicitly name-checks connectivity and development along shared frontiers incl. the Dawa corridor. — https://www.hiiraan.com/news4/2025/Jun/201765/ethiopia_and_kenya_agree_to_enhance_cross_border_development_connectivity.aspx
Financing Structure
Proposed financing:
- Development bank grants/loans: 76%
- Government equity: 19%
- Beneficiary contribution: 5%
Project Timeline
Project Status History
Status 2020
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Status 2022
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Status 2024
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Market Analysis
Market Demand
Regional agricultural and domestic water needs
Key Stakeholders
Project Sponsor
Regional Authorities
Key Parties
Regional authorities
Risk Assessment
General Risk Assessment
Technical and environmental risks to be assessed
Regulatory Risks
Regional coordination needed
Impact Assessment
Environmental Impact
Environmental assessment required
Social Impact
Benefits local communities through water access
Investment Opportunities
Private Sector Opportunities
Hydropower will stimulate agro-industries development
