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Geological Survey of Ethiopia
Agency overview
Formed1968; 57 years ago (1968)
Preceding agency
  • Ethiopian Geological Institute
JurisdictionEthiopia
HeadquartersNear Gurd Shola, CMC Road, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
9°01′09″N 38°48′43″E / 9.01923684085803°N 38.81190587116434°E / 9.01923684085803; 38.81190587116434
Agency executive
  • Masresha Gebreselassie, General Manager
Websitewww.mom.gov.et/index.php/geological-survey/about-the-geological-survey-of-ethiopia-gse/

The Geological Survey of Ethiopia (GSE), formerly known as the Ethiopian Geological Institute, is an autonomous Ethiopian government agency responsible for, geological mapping, mineral exploration, data dissemination, Drilling and laboratory analysis, developing geo-science skills and providing consultancy services to government and non-governmental organizations.

History

The Ethiopian Geological Institute was founded in 1968 as a department within the Ministry of Mines and Energy. before becoming autonomous in 1984 as the Ethiopian Institute of Geological Surveys (EIGS). In 2000. it was renamed as the Geological Survey of Ethiopia (GSE).

It has responsible for:

  • Geological mapping
  • Mineral exploration
  • Data dissemination
  • Drilling and laboratory analysis
  • Developing geo-science skills
  • Providing consultancy services to government and non-governmental organizations

The GSE is headed by General Manager, appointed the the government. The current general manager is Masresha Gebreselassie since 2018.

References

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