Summary
Cuba experienced its seventh major power outage this year, leaving millions without electricity. The country’s old power plants are struggling, and the problem has worsened since the United States imposed an energy blockade in January.Key Facts
- Cuba has over nine million people affected by frequent power cuts.
- The island has had seven big blackouts so far this year.
- Cuba relies on old thermoelectric power plants that are in poor condition.
- The situation became worse after the U.S. started an energy blockade in January 2026.
- The U.S. energy blockade limits Cuba’s access to fuel and resources for electricity.
- Many residents and businesses in Cuba are affected by the power outages.
- The outages are part of ongoing challenges with Cuba’s energy infrastructure.
