Senegal’s capital Dakar has been hit by a series of power cuts this week as the cash-strapped West African nation’s electricity utility grapples with fuel-supply strains and equipment failures. Rolling outages are unusual in Dakar and services should be restored by Friday, according to state energy company Senelec. The disruptions highlight ongoing challenges facing the country’s power infrastructure amid financial constraints and logistical bottlenecks. Senelec has not provided a detailed timeline for full restoration but expects normal supply to resume shortly.

The situation underscores broader regional concerns about energy security and grid reliability in West Africa. Analysts note that aging equipment and delayed fuel deliveries have compounded pressure on Senegal’s power system. The government is reportedly working with technical partners to stabilize supply while investigating the root causes of the failures.

Residents and businesses in Dakar have been advised to conserve energy during peak hours until the grid returns to full capacity.