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Cuba's Catastrophic Numbers: 94% of Citizens Live in Extreme Poverty
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Cuba's Catastrophic Numbers: 94% of Citizens Live in Extreme Poverty

From Clarรญn · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • A study by the Cuban Observatory for Human Rights reveals that 94% of Cuba's population lives in extreme poverty.
  • Power outages are the primary concern for citizens, followed by severe food and public health crises.
  • The report indicates a drastic decline in nutrition, with eight out of ten Cubans skipping meals.

Cuba is facing a severe humanitarian crisis, with a staggering 94% of its inhabitants living in extreme poverty, according to a recent study by the Cuban Observatory for Human Rights. The findings paint a grim picture of the nation's economic and social conditions under the current regime.

the 94% of inhabitants of Cuba live in extreme poverty

โ€” Cuban Observatory for Human RightsStating the key finding of their study on poverty levels in Cuba.

Power outages have emerged as the most pressing concern for Cubans, disrupting daily life and exacerbating existing hardships. This is closely followed by critical shortages in food and a collapsing public health system. The combined pressures have led to a significant decline in the population's well-being and access to basic necessities.

The report highlights the dire impact on nutrition, stating that eight out of ten Cubans have been forced to skip meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This widespread food insecurity underscores the depth of the economic collapse and the government's inability to provide for its citizens.

the power outages are the biggest concern. They are followed by the food and public health crisis.

โ€” Cuban Observatory for Human RightsDetailing the primary concerns of the Cuban population.

These "catastrophic numbers" reflect what the source describes as the Castro regime's "worst face" since it assumed power. The data suggests a systemic failure to manage the economy and address the fundamental needs of the Cuban people, leading to widespread suffering and deprivation.

Eight out of ten Cubans stopped having breakfast, lunch or dinner.

โ€” Cuban Observatory for Human RightsIllustrating the severe impact of the crisis on daily nutrition.
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Originally published by Clarรญn in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.