April 18, 2026
Haiti’s capital is grappling with a massive power outage following the sudden shutdown of the Péligre hydroelectric plant. For several days, large parts of Port-au-Prince have been left without electricity, severely disrupting daily life and essential services. In response, Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé convened an emergency crisis meeting on Friday with key officials.
Around the table were the Minister of Public Works and the Director General of Haiti’s State Electricity Company (EDH), both of whom received direct orders. The Prime Minister instructed them to “implement all necessary measures without delay” to restore power, emphasizing the need for a solution that is “rapid, sustainable, and secure.”
The blackout has had a profound impact on hospitals, businesses, and households, deepening feelings of abandonment among residents. The Prime Minister’s Office assured the public that the government remains fully mobilized to “protect the fundamental rights of citizens” and to bring electricity back as swiftly as possible.
Facing the gravity of the situation, Prime Minister Fils-Aimé struck a resolute tone: “Despite the scale of the challenges, the authority of the state remains intact,” he declared, calling for unwavering national mobilization to confront this urgent crisis.
