TRIPOLI: Long power cuts and severe fuel shortages have disrupted daily life in Libya, a country already plagued by an enduring political deadlock, conflict and corruption, and holding Africa’s largest oil reserves.As the summer heat peaks, the worst crisis in years has tightened its grip on many Libyans who struggle to stay cool and keep their houses, cars and businesses running.Experts and United Nations officials say the root of the problem lies in corruption, weak governance and years of inadequate maintenance at power plants.Libya holds about 48 billion barrels of proven oil reserves and

In Tripoli, shoppers are turning to their mobile phone flashlights as power cuts plunge grocery stores into darkness. Libya is facing its worst crisis in years, with severe fuel…

TRIPOLI: Long power cuts and severe fuel shortages have disrupted daily life in Libya, a country already plagued by an enduring political deadlock, conflict and corruption, and…