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Cuba in Darkness: Government Admits No Solution in Sight

On Thursday, October 17, 2024, more than half of Cuba was without electricity, according to data from the state Electric Co. (UNE).

With the country in darkness and the economy paralyzed, Marrero says Cuba “is not yet in a bottomless abyss”.

Thousands of Cubans from the country’s interior come to Havana every month to catch a flight out of the country.

Daniel Ortega proclaims Nicaragua “the safest country in Central America,” ignoring his government’s repression and the manipulation of data.

China points out ‘the unwillingness of Cuban leaders to adopt market-oriented reforms’ as bilateral imports and exports decrease.

The judging of our 13th Photo Contest is underway. Here are the first cut survivors in the six categories. (70 photos)

Despite the red numbers in agricultural production – milk and meat – President Diaz-Canel is bursting with optimism.

A pound of sugar sells for up to 500 pesos in private stores. An average monthly salary could buy around 10 pounds.

Power cuts and fuel shortages make life more miserable for Cuban families every day, and prospects for improvement don’t look good.

What is the government doing to tackle this crisis? How is it affecting the daily lives of Cubans? Discover the truth behind the numbers.