The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is designed with an ultimate installed capacity of over 5,000 MW, often cited around 5,150 MW to 6,000+ MW depending on configuration, making it Africa's largest hydroelectric project. The dam, located on the Blue Nile, utilizes 13 to 16 Francis turbines to generate this power.
Key details regarding GERD's power capacity:
Total Capacity: While earlier plans aimed for 6,450 MW, recent reports indicate an installed capacity of 5,150 MW to over 6,000 MW.
Energy Output: The dam is expected to produce approximately 15,700 GWh of electricity annually.
Operational Status: The project was inaugurated in 2025, with multiple turbines operational to significantly increase Ethiopia's energy supply.
Impact: The dam is intended to double Ethiopia's electricity generation, reduce domestic power outages, and export energy to neighboring countries.
Components: The structure includes 13 Francis turbines (a mix of 375 MW and 400 MW units).
The project, which is a key part of Ethiopia's, and the region's, energy infrastructure, is considered the largest hydroelectric power plant in Africa.
