Navigating the Waters: A Hegemonic Stability Theory Analysis of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and Its Impact on Hydro-Politics in the Nile Basin
Publisher: ESP International Journal of Science, Humanities and Management Studies
Author(s): Mutktar Usmen and Irshad Ahmad
Date: 2025
Topics: Cooperation, Economic Recovery, Governance, Renewable Resources
Countries: Egypt, Ethiopia, Sudan
The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) signifies a critical milestone in the intricate landscape of transboundary water management within the Nile Basin, inciting a contentious discourse among key stakeholders, notably Ethiopia, Egypt, and Sudan. Positioned as Ethiopia's ambitious endeavor to challenge Egypt's established hydro-hegemony, the GERD aims to fulfill developmental and strategic objectives, underscoring the need for a comprehensive examination of the hydro politics in the region. This review employs Hegemonic Stability Theory as a lens to delve into historical and legal facets of Nile water management, dissect the political and economic ramifications of the GERD for riparian states, and assess the potential for cooperation and conflict resolution within the Nile Basin.