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A story of honesty and solidarity was recently shared in Havana, where a passenger managed to recover her lost cellphone thanks to the cooperation of a taxi driver and another user of this public transportation.
The Facebook profile "Transportación Habana TH" shared a message from Lau Pérez thanking the driver of the gacela 023 on route 15 and a passenger who, upon finding a cell phone, answered a call and handed it to the driver.
"Thanks to these two individuals, I not only have a material possession returned to me, but also the satisfaction of experiencing a moment that showcased the kindness and humanity of these wonderful people," Pérez expressed excitedly in her post.
This person's surprise is understandable, as amid the deep economic crisis that Cubans are facing, acts of honesty have become increasingly rare.
In September, an internet user sought help to find the owner of a mobile phone that was left in their vehicle while the woman was traveling to the Lenin Hospital in Holguín.
Michel Díaz shared in the Facebook group "AMAZON Santiago de Cuba.com" that he picked up a woman at the Palma Soriano junction, who handed him an LG device to charge. However, she forgot her phone in the vehicle when she got out.
That same month, a young woman from Santiago received widespread acclaim after finding a phone in a hospital and searching for its owner on social media.
"This morning (Monday), I found this Samsung A32 phone at the La Colonia children's hospital," Dayma Fajardo noted in the Facebook group "AMAZON Santiago de Cuba.com," stating that she will only return the device to its owner.
In July, a similar gesture stood out when a person found a cellphone on the street and posted a photograph on their Facebook profile to locate the owners and return the device.
Mayelin Lores Carmenate, a mother living in Santiago de Cuba, requested that anyone who recognized the young couple pictured as the wallpaper on her phone get in touch with her through her Facebook profile.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gestures of Honesty in Cuba
How did a passenger manage to retrieve her lost cellphone in Havana?
A passenger recovered her lost cell phone thanks to the cooperation of a driver and another user of a gacela in Havana. The passenger who found the phone answered a call and handed it over to the driver, who then returned the device to its owner. This act of honesty was highlighted in a Facebook post.
What do the recent acts of honesty in Cuba have in common?
Recent acts of honesty in Cuba stand out for the willingness to return lost items to their owners, even amidst an economic crisis. These gestures include returning lost phones, bank cards, and tablets, and they have been widely acknowledged on social media, demonstrating that there are still people with strong human values in the country.
Why are these gestures of honesty valued so highly in Cuba?
These gestures of honesty are valued for their rarity in the context of the economic and social crisis in Cuba. The loss of values and the rise in violence make altruistic actions, such as returning lost belongings, particularly appreciated and elicit positive reactions within local communities and on social media.
How are social media used in Cuba to promote honesty?
Social media in Cuba is used to share stories of honesty and to locate the owners of lost items. Facebook groups are particularly useful for connecting people who have found belongings with their rightful owners, thereby promoting values of solidarity and trust within the community in a challenging environment.
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