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Venezuela faces a deepening energy crisis as protests grow

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Briefings

Venezuela faces a deepening energy crisis driven by El Niño drought and a major Guri Hydroelectric plant failure, resulting in chronic power outages affecting daily life, health, and the economy. Protests have surged since August 2026, with the Observatorio Venezolano de Conflictividad Social reporting over 4,000 protests between January and August 2026, marking a significant increase from previous years.

Key points

• The Guri Hydroelectric plant in Venezuela collapsed, causing a 770MW turbine failure that exacerbated the country's energy crisis.
• Residents report losing between six to 11 hours of electricity daily, with 38% of businesses closing during the year due to the crisis.

Context

This article reports on protests in Venezuela's Zulia, Lara, Portuguesa, and Falcón states during September 2026, highlighting the severe impact of chronic power outages on health, work, and daily routines.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single article from September 2026; preprint status and uncertainty regarding protest numbers remain.

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