Draft:Major Rivers in Ethiopia

Water Resources of Ethiopia

Ethiopia is known as the "Water Tower of Africa" because it has rivers that run through the country and, into areas.The Blue Nile, is one of the rivers in Ethiopia as it starts from Lake Tana in the Ethiopian Highlands and combines with the White Nile in Sudan to create the Nile River. The worlds longest river.This river plays a role, for Ethiopia well as countries downstream such as Sudan and Egypt by supplying water for farming activities enabling industrial development and supporting hydropower generation.

The Omo River holds importance in Ethiopia as it flows southwards and meets Lake Turkana in Kenya.The river is essential, for the communities residing in the Omo Valley such as the Hamar,Karo and Mursi tribes.Considerable debate surrounds the construction of dams along the Omo River as it has disrupted the ways of life, for these communities.

The Awash River meanders through the Great Rift Valley. Plays a role, in supporting irrigation and agriculture in the area.It is home to national parks like the Awash National Park where diverse wildlife such, as hippos and crocodiles flourish.

The economy, in Ethiopia also supported on rivers such as Baro, Tekeze, and Wabe Shebele,for agriculture and environmental sustainability.