Senelec: We finally know why power cuts persist in Dakar

Author: senenews.comPublished on: September 13, 2026Country: Senegal
Society & Lifestyle
Senelec: We finally know why power cuts persist in Dakar

Power cuts in Dakar, affecting sensitive areas like Dantec Hospital, persist due to maintenance work and reliance on the Karpowership floating power plant. Senelec announced disruptions in several areas of Dakar between September 7 and 13, while denying rumors of a general blackout. The Karpowership, which provides up to 25% of the country's electricity needs, is a key factor in the frequent outages.

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