Cuba

New gas field to expand power generation in Cuba

New gas field to expand power generation in Cuba

As part of the extension of electric energy capacities in 2023, the exploitation of a new gas field, in the northern strip of Mayabeque province(western Cuba), will increase energy production by about 30 megawatts per hour (MW/h), at the Puerto Escondido plant.»

José Martí International Colloquium underway in Havana

The International Colloquium. José Martí. A man of all times, begins on Wednesday the first of its three-day sessions in Havana, with the attendance of scholars of his work from Argentina, Cuba, the United States, Japan, Mexico and Puerto Rico, both in person and virtually.»

Cubans remember Celia Sánchez’s 103rd birthday

Cubans recall Tuesday the 103rd birthday of heroine Celia Sánchez, a key figure in the country's revolutionary process. She was characterized by her simplicity and great connection with the people.»

Celebration in Cuba of Son Day

Sancti Spíritus celebrates Son Day

Concerts, record presentations and talks will take place in Havana from today until next Sunday to celebrate Son Day, dedicated this year to the 135th anniversary of the birth of Ignacio Piñeiro.»

Tourism as a driver of economic development

Foto: Thalía Fuentes Puebla/ Cubadebate.

Tourism can contribute considerably to the economic development of the peoples of the south, Cuban Tourism Minister Juan Carlos Garcia said on Saturday in the framework of the meeting of the Group of 77+China.»

Cuba advocates comprehensive care for transgender people

Cenesex General Director Mariela Castro

The Cuban National Center for Sex Education (Cenesex) has among its main challenges to achieve comprehensive care for transgender children and adolescents, something that would contribute to their mental and emotional well-being.»