January 29, 2026
For several days, Haiti’s capital has been plunged into darkness, deepening frustration among residents already dealing with insecurity and repeated power outages. On November 10, 2025, Haiti’s electricity company (Electricite d’Haiti – EDH) issued a statement explaining the causes of the latest blackout.
The unplanned shutdown of the Péligre hydroelectric plant—the backbone of the national grid—is cited as the primary cause. This comes on top of the sabotage of five pylons on the 115 kV line last June and the destruction of five substations looted by gangs, making them inoperable.
Private company E-Power, a major supplier for Port-au-Prince, is also experiencing severe technical problems. Its production has dropped to less than 10 megawatts—about one-third of its usual capacity—further restricting electricity supply.
These developments reveal a fragile electrical system weakened by years of underinvestment and mismanagement. Repeated attacks on infrastructure and technical failures highlight a network unable to meet the population’s basic needs.
While promising a progressive restoration of power, EDH calls for patience. Teams have been deployed to repair damaged infrastructure and gradually restore electricity, but no precise timeline has been given.
