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The Cuban regime announced that the Minister of Energy and Mines, Vicente De La O Levy, will appear this Thursday on Mesa Redonda, following the collapse of the National Electric System (SEN) that left the island without power.
According to the official site Cubadebate on the social media platform Facebook, De La O Levy, along with officials from MINEM and the Electric Union (UNE), will provide details about the mass blackout that occurred the previous morning.
Partial reconnection and doubts
After 28 hours since the incident, the UNE, which also announced the presence of executives on the television program, stated on social media that the system has been restored and that all provinces were connected, although users reported that outages were still occurring in several areas.
According to official information, unit 6 of the Mariel power plant has been synchronized, but nothing was mentioned about the start-up of the Antonio Guiteras power plant, which was at the center of the collapse on Wednesday.
A pattern of collapses
This was the fifth nationwide blackout in less than a year and the second in 2025, a record figure that reveals the regime's inability to provide a stable electricity service.
The Guiteras has experienced multiple outages since 2024, along with failures in substations, transmission lines, and the impact of natural phenomena such as Hurricane Rafael.
Impact on the population
Beyond the official speeches that celebrate each reconnection, the reality is that Cubans face material losses and a direct impact on their daily lives: spoiled food, damaged appliances, and the digital disconnection of a country already marked by isolation.
The energy crisis in Cuba has become a symbol of the structural deterioration of the state-controlled system, where outdated infrastructure, lack of investment, and improvised solutions condemn millions to live amid endless blackouts and unfulfilled promises.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Collapse of the National Electric System in Cuba
Why did the massive blackout occur in Cuba?
The massive blackout in Cuba was caused by the unexpected shutdown of the Antonio Guiteras Thermal Power Plant, the most important in the country, which led to the total failure of the National Electric System (SEN). This incident is part of a pattern of recent collapses that reflect the fragility of the Cuban electrical system.
What is the current state of the National Electric System in Cuba?
According to Cuban authorities, the National Electric System has been partially restored after the massive blackout, although users in different provinces reported that outages were still occurring in several areas. The situation remains critical due to outdated infrastructure and a lack of investment.
What measures is the Cuban government taking to address the energy crisis?
The Cuban government claims to have a "viable strategy" to restore the electrical system, which includes short- and medium-term actions, such as the installation of solar parks and improvements in thermal generation. However, an immediate solution to the blackouts is not expected, and the current situation remains critical.
What has been the impact of blackouts on the Cuban population?
Power outages have had a significant impact on the daily lives of Cubans, causing food losses, damage to appliances, and digital disconnection. Furthermore, the population faces a constant state of uncertainty due to the instability of the electricity service.
How many widespread power outages has Cuba experienced in the past year?
Cuba has experienced five nationwide blackouts in less than a year, highlighting the regime's inability to ensure a stable electricity supply and emphasizing the precariousness of the infrastructure and the lack of investment in the energy sector.
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