The government says the neighbouring country's motive was to stop Ethiopia from continuing with the Grand Renaissance Dam project, set to be Africa's largest. Construction of the mega dam has sparked tensions with neighbouring countries that are downstream on the Blue Nile. DAM PROJECT WILL CONTINUEHowever, officials now say that the project remains on course as the government vowed to fill the dam despite the outcome of ongoing talks. Dam talks have resumed between the three states, with Kenya providing technical and legal support in efforts to reach a final agreement. DEATH, ARRESTSThe government says 1,200 protestors have been arrested following last week's violence while at least 160 people were killed, including police officers.

Source: Daily Nation July 08, 2020 03:58 UTC