A senior transboundary water expert, Fekahmed Negash, argues that Egypt and Sudan should share the costs of Ethiopia’s watershed restoration and afforestation efforts, as they benefit from improved watershed conditions. Effective watershed management reduces soil erosion and sediment flow, enhancing water quality and reducing risks to infrastructure. While Egypt opposes these initiatives, citing potential reduced downstream flows, Fekahmed emphasizes that such restoration should be a basin-wide investment vital for sustainable Nile management and climate resilience. He advocates for cooperation over confrontation in water management, urging shared responsibility and emphasizing that Ethiopia’s initiatives extend benefits beyond its borders. The article calls for a collaborative approach to address Nile Basin challenges, highlighting that military confrontations are counterproductive.
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Shared Solutions for Ethiopia’s Watershed Restoration: Insights from a Water Expert
By Terrain News
