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Cuba is once again shaken by two new femicide cases that occurred in recent days, confirmed by the Gender Observatory of Alas Tensas (OGAT) and the Yo Sí Te Creo en Cuba (YSTCC) observatory.
The cases raise the number of registered femicides to 33 in 2025, amidst a persistent crisis of violence and a lack of effective protection protocols, according to information published on the social media platform X.
The first incident occurred on September 26 in Torriente, Jagüey Grande (Matanzas), where Yamila Zayas Toledo, 35 years old, was murdered in her home by her ex-partner.
One day prior, the victim had filed a formal complaint with the local police, but the authorities did not apprehend the attacker. Yamila leaves behind three children, two of whom are minors, and her youngest daughter witnessed the crime.
The second case pertains to the social feminicide of Dayli Acosta Oceguera, 24 years old, who had been missing since September 22, and whose body was found on the 26th in Lenin Park, Havana. She was the mother of three young girls.
These crimes add to an underreporting that also includes the murder of a man for gender reasons, three attempts of femicide, and three cases under investigation in Santiago de Cuba, Villa Clara, and Camagüey.
Activists emphasize that reporting these incidents is not a crime and urge the public to collaborate with feminist observatories to bring visibility to and combat this structural violence that the Cuban state continues to neglect effectively.
Frequently Asked Questions about Femicide in Cuba
What is the current situation of femicides in Cuba in 2025?
So far in 2025, 33 femicides have been registered in Cuba, according to data from the feminist observatories Yo Sí Te Creo en Cuba and Alas Tensas. This reflects a persistent crisis of gender violence in the country, exacerbated by the lack of effective protection protocols and the absence of official recognition of these crimes. Independent platforms continue to document these crimes and demand that the Cuban state implement preventive measures.
How are the Cuban authorities responding to femicides?
Cuban authorities do not officially recognize the term "femicide" and have not implemented effective policies to combat gender violence. The Cuban state continues to fail in effectively addressing the structural violence that women endure, leaving this responsibility to independent feminist organizations that document and raise awareness about these cases. Activists denounce the lack of transparency and government inaction regarding this issue.
What organizations are working on documenting femicides in Cuba?
The main organizations documenting femicides in Cuba are Yo Sí Te Creo en Cuba (YSTCC) and the Observatorio de Género de Alas Tensas (OGAT). These independent platforms are dedicated to verifying and highlighting cases of gender-based violence in the country, in light of the lack of official data and the silence of the State. Their work is essential for demanding justice and public policies that protect women.
What challenges do feminist organizations face in Cuba?
Feminist organizations in Cuba face several challenges, including technological disconnection, frequent power outages, and the criminalization of activism. These difficulties complicate citizen communication and independent documentation efforts. Despite these obstacles, they continue to verify feminicides and urge citizens to collaborate by providing information that helps to highlight and combat this extreme violence.
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