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Energy Crisis in Cuba

Cuba faces a persistent energy crisis marked by frequent blackouts and infrastructure challenges. Key issues include electrical system failures and the critical role of home generators.

Replica of Granma Yacht Tied Down as Hurricane Melissa Approaches, Sparks Social Media Mockery
Replica of Granma Yacht Tied Down as Hurricane Melissa Approaches, Sparks Social Media Mockery

Published on 10/28/2025

Heartfelt Plea from a Cuban Woman: "We Struggle Between What to Eat and How to Care for the Sick"
Heartfelt Plea from a Cuban Woman: "We Struggle Between What to Eat and How to Care for the Sick"

Published on 10/24/2025

Sandro Castro Flaunts Privileged Lifestyle Amidst Cuban Food Shortages
Sandro Castro Flaunts Privileged Lifestyle Amidst Cuban Food Shortages

Published on 10/15/2025

Massive Blackout Hits Havana Due to Electrical System Failures and Explosion
Massive Blackout Hits Havana Due to Electrical System Failures and Explosion

Published on 10/12/2025

Shocking Photos Reveal Devastating Fire at La Coloma Fishing Company
Shocking Photos Reveal Devastating Fire at La Coloma Fishing Company

Published on 10/12/2025

Man Caught Attempting to Steal Fuel from Power Generator at Matanzas Clinic
Man Caught Attempting to Steal Fuel from Power Generator at Matanzas Clinic

Published on 10/6/2025

Gerardo Hernández at a CDR Party During Cuba's Crisis: "Don't Suffer"
Gerardo Hernández at a CDR Party During Cuba's Crisis: "Don't Suffer"

Published on 9/28/2025

Power Outage at Havana Airport Leaves Arriving Passengers in the Dark: "Everyone is So Quiet"
Power Outage at Havana Airport Leaves Arriving Passengers in the Dark: "Everyone is So Quiet"

Published on 9/3/2025

Spanish Journalist Uncovers Startling Response from Hotel Waiter in Cuba Over Coffee Request
Spanish Journalist Uncovers Startling Response from Hotel Waiter in Cuba Over Coffee Request

Published on 8/27/2025

Eleven Hours of Power in Campechuela: "It Felt Like Living in a Fairy Tale"
Eleven Hours of Power in Campechuela: "It Felt Like Living in a Fairy Tale"

Published on 8/24/2025

Jamaican Medical Students in Cuba Face Same Struggles as Locals
Jamaican Medical Students in Cuba Face Same Struggles as Locals

Published on 8/19/2025

Mexico Increases Subsidized Oil Shipments to Cuba Amidst Criticism
Mexico Increases Subsidized Oil Shipments to Cuba Amidst Criticism

Published on 8/17/2025

Sales of Apples, Sunglasses, and Clothing Banned at Bayamo Carnival
Sales of Apples, Sunglasses, and Clothing Banned at Bayamo Carnival

Published on 8/8/2025

Cuba's Industrial Collapse: Experts Warn the Country Can No Longer Sustain Its Own Development
Cuba's Industrial Collapse: Experts Warn the Country Can No Longer Sustain Its Own Development

Published on 7/21/2025

Cuban Leader Miguel Díaz-Canel Travels to Belarus on Venezuelan Conviasa Aircraft
Cuban Leader Miguel Díaz-Canel Travels to Belarus on Venezuelan Conviasa Aircraft

Published on 6/26/2025

Power System Breakdown: Cuba's Latest Excuse for the Energy Crisis
Power System Breakdown: Cuba's Latest Excuse for the Energy Crisis

Published on 5/21/2025

Mother Accompanies Police to Scene Where Her Son Was Assaulted for His Motorcycle
Mother Accompanies Police to Scene Where Her Son Was Assaulted for His Motorcycle

Published on 5/7/2025

Cuban Power Company Claims Unexpected Drop in Blackout Forecast for May Day
Cuban Power Company Claims Unexpected Drop in Blackout Forecast for May Day

Published on 5/2/2025

Electric Tricycle Collides with Truck in Havana
Electric Tricycle Collides with Truck in Havana

Published on 4/25/2025

Concerns Mount Over Disappearances Amid Cuban Blackouts
Concerns Mount Over Disappearances Amid Cuban Blackouts

Published on 3/21/2025

Russia Steps In: Commits to Assisting Cuba's Regime in Reducing Power Outages
Russia Steps In: Commits to Assisting Cuba's Regime in Reducing Power Outages

Published on 3/21/2025

Electricity Gradually Restored in Pinar del Río: Initial Circuits Powered Up
Electricity Gradually Restored in Pinar del Río: Initial Circuits Powered Up

Published on 3/17/2025

Daughter of Trofin Creator Criticizes Díaz-Canel: "Living in Cuba Today Is a Luxury, Surviving Is Increasingly Difficult"
Daughter of Trofin Creator Criticizes Díaz-Canel: "Living in Cuba Today Is a Luxury, Surviving Is Increasingly Difficult"

Published on 3/9/2025

Amidst Blackouts, Havana Shines Bright with 2025 Salsa Festival
Amidst Blackouts, Havana Shines Bright with 2025 Salsa Festival

Published on 2/22/2025

Transportation in Cuba: Minister Denies Halt Amid Energy Crisis
Transportation in Cuba: Minister Denies Halt Amid Energy Crisis

Published on 2/15/2025

Technical Setback at Antonio Guiteras Power Plant Delays Its Integration into the National Electric Grid
Technical Setback at Antonio Guiteras Power Plant Delays Its Integration into the National Electric Grid

Published on 2/7/2025

Cuba Faces Milk Powder Shortage for Children: Emergency Measures and Distribution Challenges in Matanzas
Cuba Faces Milk Powder Shortage for Children: Emergency Measures and Distribution Challenges in Matanzas

Published on 12/4/2024

Residents of Guisa Demand Answers to Energy Crisis: Heated Confrontation with Local Officials
Residents of Guisa Demand Answers to Energy Crisis: Heated Confrontation with Local Officials

Published on 11/24/2024

Struggles with Communication: A Cuban's Frustration to Reach Family on the Island
Struggles with Communication: A Cuban's Frustration to Reach Family on the Island

Published on 11/13/2024

Stunning Transformations at Villa Imías Campground Before and After Hurricane Oscar
Stunning Transformations at Villa Imías Campground Before and After Hurricane Oscar

Published on 10/27/2024

Engineer Highlights Recurrent Electrical System Failures: "Common Startup Issues Led to SEN Setback"
Engineer Highlights Recurrent Electrical System Failures: "Common Startup Issues Led to SEN Setback"

Published on 10/20/2024

Family Tragedy in Las Tunas Highlights Dangers of Home Generators
Family Tragedy in Las Tunas Highlights Dangers of Home Generators

Published on 8/28/2024

Chambas Hosts Spectacular Fireworks Show for Its Traditional Parrandas Festival
Chambas Hosts Spectacular Fireworks Show for Its Traditional Parrandas Festival

Published on 8/19/2024

Cuban Officials on Foreign Missions Need "Positive Performance Review" for Car Imports
Cuban Officials on Foreign Missions Need "Positive Performance Review" for Car Imports

Published on 8/17/2024

Cuban Government Curtails State Companies' Purchasing Power from Private Suppliers
Cuban Government Curtails State Companies' Purchasing Power from Private Suppliers

Published on 6/27/2024

Lázaro Guerra Promoted to Higher Position within Cuba's Ministry of Energy and Mines
Lázaro Guerra Promoted to Higher Position within Cuba's Ministry of Energy and Mines

Published on 6/4/2024

Cubans Rally at Versailles Restaurant Urging Faster Humanitarian Parole Processing
Cubans Rally at Versailles Restaurant Urging Faster Humanitarian Parole Processing

Published on 5/26/2024

Cuban Blackouts: A Humorous Take on the Different Stages
Cuban Blackouts: A Humorous Take on the Different Stages

Published on 5/19/2024