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The Nile controversy

In the current episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into one of the continent’s most contentious disputes - the struggle over the Nile’s life-giving waters. At the heart of the conflict lies Ethiopia’s ambitious Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, a megaproject promising energy and prosperity for millions, but viewed by downstream Egypt as an existential threat. Stay tuned to find out more.

24.07.2025
9:11 min
24.07.2025
9:11 min
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The Nile controversy
Lumumba’s Africa focuses on the past and current issues affecting the African continent; Filmed amidst the beautiful landscapes of Kenya and hosted by Professor P.L.O. Lumumba, the show looks at the many dichotomies of Africa: why are some of the economies thriving while others stall; why conflicts emerge and refuse to die down, and why despite colonialism being ‘gone’, it still ruins the prosperity of nations.