Omo River

The Omo River flows southward for 760 kilometers through Ethiopia, starting at the confluence of Gibe and Wabe rivers before emptying into Lake Turkana.

Scientists have discovered more than 50,000 fossils in the Lower Omo Valley, including 230 hominid remains dating from Pliocene and Pleistocene periods.

Multiple indigenous groups, including the Mursi, Suri, and Nyangatom communities, maintain traditional lifestyles along the banks of the Omo River.

The river supports hydroelectric installations, with Gilgel Gibe II Power Station and Gibe III Dam generating substantial electricity for Ethiopia's power grid.

The Lower Omo Valley contains numerous archaeological sites with tools made from quartzite, some dating back approximately 2.4 million years.

Location: ኦሞ / Omo

Location: Gamo Gofa

GPS coordinates: 8.25630,37.48990

Latest update: June 17, 2025 18:51