Cuba’s power grid collapsed on Friday, leaving millions without electricity across the island. The Ministry of Energy and Mines announced the blackout but did not specify a cause, stating that service-restoration protocols were being activated. Power grid failures have become more frequent over the past two years due to Cuba’s severe economic crisis, exacerbated by a U.S. energy blockade aimed at pressuring political change. This blockade restricts Cuba from importing necessary fuel and replacement parts for its aging infrastructure. Recent nationwide blackouts occurred in August, July, and March, with regional outages also reported. Even when operational, the grid often leaves Cubans without power for over 30 hours at a time.
QUESTION: How might the ongoing energy crisis in Cuba impact the daily lives and future prospects of young people on the island?
Cuba hit with another blackout as millions across island are left without electricity
