Lebanese Electricity Crisis Might Find Answer in Zahle Experiment

The article discusses the ongoing electricity crisis in Lebanon, which has lasted over forty years and is considered one of the biggest challenges facing the country due to accumulated financial and administrative problems. The article suggests examining the experience of Electric Zahle, a private company operating the network under a concession, as an example of possible alternatives. It emphasizes the need to clearly define the roles of the private sector and the government, with the state responsible for regulating the market and monitoring quality, while the private sector handles investment and management efficiently and transparently. The article also highlights the importance of effectively addressing financial and operational imbalances to improve electricity supply hours, reduce wastage, and ensure fair billing, through diverse partnership models between the two sectors. Ultimately, it stresses that a solution requires clear executive decisions and a balanced approach between government management and private investment, rather than sticking to a single model or taking easier options like full privatization or traditional public administration.

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