Fresh power woes at Port Kaituma

Residents of Port Kaituma say that mismanagement of the Port Kaituma Power and Light Company has caused them to suffer from poor electricity services, as some operators of the company are awaiting payment for their services.

According to businessman Rio Cardona, since he returned to Port Kaituma in May, the service has been poor. He also stated that most of the time during the day there is no electricity in the area. He said power is available late at nights, but only for a few hours. Cardona said he had enquired and was told by one of the operators that the frequent blackouts were due to a lack of fuel.

However, contacted yesterday, Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Port Kaituma Power and Light Company Margaret Lambert said the