Ethiopia is set to hold national elections on June 1, 2026, facing internal security challenges and increasing competition for influence in the Horn of Africa. Tensions between Addis Ababa and Cairo over the Nile River complicate the political landscape.
Egypt's Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, Hani Sewilam, has warned that the per capita water share in Egypt is nearing absolute scarcity levels, with the country almost entirely reliant on the Nile River.
The Egyptian Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation has announced the launch of a control signal for the Nile River, aimed at addressing violations threatening this vital resource. This initiative is part of the ministry's efforts to safeguard the river, which is essential for millions of Egyptians.