Africa-Press – Eritrea. The dams constructed over the past 34 years of Independence by the Government of Eritrea and partners have made a significant contribution to agricultural development, particularly in the vegetables and fruits farming.
According to report by the Ministry of Agriculture the number of dams that was about 130 in pre Independence has currently increased to about 840 across the country.
These strategic and small dams, in addition to ensuring water supply for both humans and livestock, have enabled widespread vegetable and fruit farming.
Eritrea is among the countries in the world vulnerable to drought and desertification. The Government of Eritrea has, therefore, prioritized water and soil conservation to address these challenges.
Accordingly, over the years of Independence, agricultural terraces have been constructed on more than 276,000 hectares, while water and soil conservation as well as water diversion schemes have been implemented on 129,000 hectares.
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