Power woes

Nov 14, 2026 Editorial, News

(Kaieteur News) – Guyana’s electricity crisis is becoming increasingly difficult for the government to explain away. With peak demand reaching 269 megawatts (MW) and operating generating capacity hovering around 260 MW, the country is already struggling to meet its electricity needs. Now, with Christmas approaching, the government is scrambling to secure another 20 MW after a third powership it was pursuing was rented to neighbouring Venezuela.

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This is more than an unfortunate setback. It exposes serious weaknesses in the planning and management of a critical national service. A country boasting rapid economic expansion, increased commercial activity and growing investments cannot afford to have its electricity supply perpetually playing catch-up with demand.