Ethiopian Diaspora Continues to Support GERDMarch 21, 2017 - Ethiopians Diaspora from different part of the world has warmly welcomed the launching of the construction of the dam, said Diaspora Engagement Affairs Director-General, Demeke Atnafu, according to ENA. According to the director, almost all Ethiopians living abroad converged around the construction of the dam by casting aside all the differences they have among themselves. Whenever they are living, residing, they establish GERD support committee” he said. Ethiopians in the Diaspora established GERD’s support committees in North America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia and Middle East, Demeke said. Even at individual level, private Diaspora members, through using different media including social media tried to promote the dam, he added.

Source: Ethiopian News March 21, 2017 23:03 UTC