Tanzania: Zanzibar Power Blackout to Last Until Feb. 20

By Larry Habegger | Permalink | No Comments | January 20th, 2010 | Trackback

The archipelago of Zanzibar, now in its peak tourist season, has been without electrical power since Dec. 10 when the undersea cable that carries power from the mainland failed. The government now vows to have electricity flowing again by Feb. 20, but that doesn’t help travelers who will be there between now and then. Most hotels and other businesses have been running generators to address their needs, but the cost of keeping the machines going 24 hours a day is unaffordable for many. Expect spotty electrical service unless staying at top resorts.

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