Cuba Sees Tourism Boom with Global Interest Surge
Cuba marked a significant uptick in tourism this year, welcoming 809,238 international visitors in the first quarter alone.
April 22, 2024Section
Cuba News in English
The Rio Times covers Cuba daily in English — the economy, the peso, politics, tourism and daily life on the island. Today’s Cuba news in English, updated every day, plus our guides for visitors, expats and investors.
Cuba Aids Angola’s University Sector Revamp
Angola is taking significant steps to improve higher education by recruiting Cuban specialists for its public universities.
April 1, 2024
Cuba’s Lifeline: Russia’s Support Amid Crisis
Cuba faces dire power and food shortages, causing widespread protests, the most significant since 2021 but Russia is helping.
March 28, 2024
Widespread Protests Sweep Across Cuba Amid Shortages
In Santiago de Cuba, hundreds protested against ongoing power and food shortages, marking the largest mobilization since the 2021 protests
March 18, 2024
Cuba’s Energy Dilemma: An Urgent Call for Reform
Cuba is currently grappling with a severe energy crisis, as detailed in a revealing report by the NGO Cuba Siglo...
March 8, 2024
Cuba Cuts Street Lighting to Avoid Blackouts
On March 5, 2024, Cuba reduced its street lighting by 75% due to a fuel shortage affecting its energy supply,...
March 6, 2024
Cuba and South Korea Restore Diplomatic Ties
In a new development, Cuba and South Korea have reestablished diplomatic relations after decades of disconnection.
February 15, 2024
Unpacking Cuba’s Economic Woes: The Departure of Minister Gil Fernández
Since 2018, Alejandro Gil Fernández steered Cuba's economy, facing uphill battles that ended with his ouster
February 13, 2024
Cuba’s Sugar Industry Hits Record Low
Cuba's sugar output plummeted to an all-time low of 400,000 tons in 2023, marking a significant decline from its historical...
February 8, 2024