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Electrical Infrastructure

Ongoing power outages and grid shortfalls highlight the fragile state of Cuba's electrical infrastructure, with impacts on daily life, internet access, and public services.

Matanzas: Two Sabotage Suspects Paraded at Political Event After Cutting Fiber Optics and Power Lines
Matanzas: Two Sabotage Suspects Paraded at Political Event After Cutting Fiber Optics and Power Lines

Published on 4/15/2026

Transformer Oil Theft in Santiago de Cuba Sparks Health Hazard Alert
Transformer Oil Theft in Santiago de Cuba Sparks Health Hazard Alert

Published on 3/15/2026

The Arrival of 400,000 Barrels in Matanzas: Why It Won't Solve Cuba's Energy Crisis
The Arrival of 400,000 Barrels in Matanzas: Why It Won't Solve Cuba's Energy Crisis

Published on 2/8/2026

Strong Statement from Cuban Health Official Amid Widespread Blackout: "Do Not Underestimate the People"
Strong Statement from Cuban Health Official Amid Widespread Blackout: "Do Not Underestimate the People"

Published on 9/11/2025

Cuba on the Brink of Electrical Collapse with Nearly 1,800 MW Deficit
Cuba on the Brink of Electrical Collapse with Nearly 1,800 MW Deficit

Published on 6/25/2025

Cubans Endure Endless Blackouts: Personal Stories Reveal the Strain
Cubans Endure Endless Blackouts: Personal Stories Reveal the Strain

Published on 5/19/2025

Cuba Faces Widespread Blackout: Over 90% Still Without Power, Reports CiberCuba Survey
Cuba Faces Widespread Blackout: Over 90% Still Without Power, Reports CiberCuba Survey

Published on 3/15/2025

School Year in Pinar del Río Hinges on Restoration of Electricity
School Year in Pinar del Río Hinges on Restoration of Electricity

Published on 11/9/2024

Power Outages in Cuba: Electrical Grid Faces Nearly 1,000 MW Deficit Today
Power Outages in Cuba: Electrical Grid Faces Nearly 1,000 MW Deficit Today

Published on 10/26/2024

Cubans Face Extended Internet Blackout Amid Widespread Power Outage
Cubans Face Extended Internet Blackout Amid Widespread Power Outage

Published on 10/19/2024

Hurricane Helene Leaves Significant Damage in Cuba
Hurricane Helene Leaves Significant Damage in Cuba

Published on 9/26/2024

Severe Storm Causes Significant Damage to Power Grid and Homes in Maisí, Guantánamo
Severe Storm Causes Significant Damage to Power Grid and Homes in Maisí, Guantánamo

Published on 9/25/2024

Power Outages in Cuba: UNE Predicts 820 MW Shortfall
Power Outages in Cuba: UNE Predicts 820 MW Shortfall

Published on 9/9/2024