In the realm of telecommunications, staying connected with family and friends, regardless of where they are in the world, is more than just a convenience—it’s a necessity. Recognizing this, ETECSA, Cuba’s primary telecommunications provider, has introduced an enticing offer for its international recharge service, valid from March 20 to 31, 2024. This new promotion not…
In December 2022, Cuba’s National Assembly approved a sweeping new Public Health Law that formally recognizes citizens’ right to die with dignity. According to Dr. Taymí Martínez Naranjo, an influential member of both Cuba’s Council of State and the National Assembly, this legal provision paves the way for the future legalization of euthanasia on the…
ETECSA, Cuba’s national telecommunications company, has introduced an exciting new promotion for its residential Nauta Home internet service. From February 12th to 29th, 2024, customers can get a 50% discount on extra hours beyond their contracted monthly plan. This allows internet users to stay connected for longer periods at half the standard hourly rate. The…
Since Cuba eased passport regulations in July 2023, over 119,500 Cuban emigrants have applied to renew their passports at consulates abroad. The new rules extend passport validity to 10 years, eliminate burdensome biannual renewal requirements, and reduce fees, driving a surge in demand. High Demand Strains Consular Resources According to Laura Pujol Torres, head of…
The Cuban government has delayed a planned over 500% increase in fuel prices that was scheduled to take effect on February 1st, 2023 due to an alleged “cybersecurity incident,” a government official announced on Wednesday. Earlier this month, authorities had announced the price hike as part of a series of measures aimed at decreasing the…
The journey of the pirulí, a quintessential Cuban treat, begins with an inspiring story of cultural fusion and innovation. This beloved candy’s roots trace back to a Basque immigrant, José Arechavaleta, who embarked on a life-changing journey from Gordexola, Spain, to Cuba. Seeking prosperity in the New World, Arechavaleta found himself at the heart of…
ETECSA has launched a new promotion for recharging your mobile line in Cuba from overseas between January 25th and January 31st, 2024. What The Promotion Includes If you receive an international recharge from abroad between 500 CUP and 1,250 CUP, you will get five times the balance added to your main account. In addition, if…
Victoria Domínguez Guzmán, a 100-year-old grandmother from Camagüey, Cuba, was finally able to embrace her family in Nebraska after being granted humanitarian parole in the United States. Her emotional reunion took place on January 20, 2023 when Victoria landed at Miami International Airport on a flight from Camagüey, according to a report by Cubanos por…
Dofimall has emerged as a trailblazing platform that is spearheading the growth of online B2B commerce in Cuba. As the country’s largest wholesale e-commerce marketplace, Dofimall is transforming procurement and empowering Cuban businesses. The Origins of Dofimall Dofimall was founded in 2022 as an initiative between China and Cuba to facilitate digital trade. The company…
The ability to travel freely is desired by citizens across the globe. For Cubans, visa requirements have historically limited their mobility abroad. However, recent policy changes have expanded visa-free options for Cuban passport holders. This article provides an up-to-date guide to countries offering visa-free entry or visas-on-arrival to Cubans in 2024. Overview of Visa Policies…
The much anticipated Intercontinental Baseball Series, set to take place in Barranquilla, Colombia from January 26th to February 1st, 2024, has been abruptly cancelled due to pressure from the Cuban government and its allies in Colombia. Background on the Intercontinental Baseball Series The series was organized by Edgar Renteria’s Team Renteria USA and was to…
Remittances from Cuban exiles in the United States to family members still living on the island nation plummeted in 2023 to their lowest levels in over a decade, according to a new report from the Miami-based think tank Cuba Siglo 21. Rather than sending money back to Cuba, the exile community focused their funds on…