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The psychologist and PCC official, Susely Morfa González, addressed the people of Villa Clara through her social media after being appointed as the new First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba in the central province.
Morfa, who had previously held similar responsibilities in Matanzas, publicly thanked those who placed their trust in her and promised not to disappoint the communist membership in Villa Clara.
"Thank you for the warm welcome and the words of support and trust; I will not let you down," he expressed. He added that he will work with "total commitment and dedication" to achieve the results that "the people and the PCC deserve."
He also promised to "continue working with sensitivity, commitment, and love for the Revolution," and called for maintaining unity as a way to strengthen the regime's political project.
Official appointment: Has the PCC run out of political figures?
The PCC moves its leaders from one province to another as if they were chess pieces. The Cuban political cadres, more than loyal servants of the regime, seem to be basic tools that are arbitrarily shifted around to see where they look better and play a more effective role.
The appointment of Morfa was approved by the Plenary of the Provincial Party Committee, chaired by Roberto Morales Ojeda, a member of the Political Bureau. The body decided to relieve Osnay Miguel Colina Rodríguez of his duties, who will take on new responsibilities within the party apparatus.
Morfa worked at the Central Committee. She served as head of the Department of Social Sector Services. Now she has to leave her office in Havana and readjust to provincial life.
The political journey of a peculiar psychologist
Licensed in Psychology and a member of the National Assembly, Susely Morfa has a long history within the ranks of the Union of Young Communists, where she served as the national first secretary. She also held the position of First Secretary of the PCC in Matanzas for three years.
After leaving that position in March 2024, she was reassigned to the Central Committee, which confirmed that she continued to have political support at the highest level.
Morfa has been nicknamed the “millionaire psychologist” since the Summit of the Americas in Panama in 2015, when she claimed in front of the press that she had paid for her trip with her own resources. The phrase, along with her defiant tone towards journalist Mario Vallejo, sparked criticisms and mockery. Since then, it has been used by many Cubans to refer to her on social media and independent outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions about Susely Morfa and the Communist Party of Cuba
Who is Susely Morfa González and what is her new position in the Communist Party of Cuba?
Susely Morfa González is a Cuban communist leader, holding a degree in Psychology and serving as a deputy in the National Assembly. She has been appointed as the First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) in the Villa Clara province. Previously, she was the First Secretary of the PCC in Matanzas and has held other significant positions within the Cuban party structure.
Why is Susely Morfa known as the "millionaire psychologist"?
The nickname "millionaire psychologist" originated in 2015 during the VII Summit of the Americas in Panama. Susely Morfa stated to the press that she had funded her trip with her own resources and described herself as "millionaire", which sparked criticism and mockery due to the contrast between her statements and the difficult economic situation in Cuba.
What recent changes have occurred in the provincial leadership of the Communist Party in Cuba?
Recently, the Communist Party of Cuba has made several changes in its provincial leadership. So far in 2025, it has removed three Provincial First Secretaries in Cienfuegos, Las Tunas, and Mayabeque, without providing clear details about the reasons for these dismissals, which is generating distrust among the population.
What is the political context in which these changes are taking place within the Communist Party of Cuba?
Changes in the Communist Party of Cuba take place within a context of political instability and social discontent. The regime faces internal and external criticism for its lack of transparency and effectiveness, and the dismissals of leaders reflect an attempt to demonstrate action in response to inefficiency and corruption, although without addressing the root of the systemic problems in the country.
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