Etecsa faces theft and technical challenges in Cuba

In Sancti Spíritus, Cuba, thieves stole a solar panel from an Etecsa telecommunications station located near the Carretera Central. The theft threatens internet and telephone services for residents in the Camino de Santa Cruz and El Chambelón areas. Etecsa has been installing small photovoltaic systems to maintain service during frequent power outages, but these systems are now being targeted by criminals.

Meanwhile, in Camagüey, Etecsa reported a reduction of approximately 400 pending interruptions in the fixed telephone network as of late September. Despite fuel shortages and energy contingencies that limit repair speed, the company is utilizing test lines from energized stations and photovoltaic systems to diagnose faults. Technicians are also focusing on recovering and reusing materials like cables and downleads to maintain the network, which includes over 87,000 fixed lines and 20,300 Nauta Hogar services.