Libyan protests demand end to power cuts and grid corruption

Libyan citizens took to the streets on Saturday to protest widespread electricity outages that have left large parts of the country without power for extended periods. Demonstrators gathered in major urban centers, including Tripoli, Benghazi and Misrata, chanting slogans that called for an end to corruption and the deterioration of the national power grid.

Protesters said the cuts, which have become increasingly frequent over the past months, are a direct result of mismanagement and alleged embezzlement within the state electricity authority. They demanded transparent investigations, accelerated repairs of aging transmission lines, and the allocation of funds to modernize infrastructure. Authorities responded by deploying police to maintain order, while the Ministry of Electricity announced a review of the grid’s condition and pledged to accelerate maintenance work, though no specific timeline was provided.

The demonstrations underscore growing public frustration with service failures and perceived corruption, adding pressure on the transitional government to address the energy crisis. Officials indicated that reforms and international assistance will be pursued to restore reliable electricity supply and stabilize the sector.