Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), Africa’s largest hydroelectric project, has doubled the country’s electricity generation capacity and sparked hopes for economic transformation. Yet more than 60 million Ethiopians still live without access to electricity, exposing a major challenge across Africa: moving power from generation sites to homes and businesses. The issue is no longer just about producing electricity—it is about transmission, distribution, affordability, and last-mile connectivity. As Ethiopia expands exports to Kenya and Djibouti, experts argue that Africa’s energy future depends on stronger grid infrastructure, smart off-grid solutions, and large-scale investment to ensure electricity reaches communities, drives industrialization, and powers sustainable economic growth.
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