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Profound shock has been caused in Cuba in recent hours by the femicide of Noralis Estenoz, a mother of three who was murdered by her ex-partner on Saturday in the Versalles neighborhood of the municipality of La Lisa, in Havana.
The tragic event occurred around 3:30 a.m., when the assailant -whose name has not been released- broke into the victim's home and attacked her with a knife, resulting in her death, reported the Facebook page “La Tijera”, which cites neighbors in the area.
According to the publication, Estenoz's killer "violently burst into the residence and stabbed her in the chest," and when she "fell to the ground, he continued to brutally attack her."
"La Tijera" stated that the crime took place in "a building where most of the neighbors are police officers" and in front of the victim's mother, who "screamed in despair until she fainted." However, in the comments, acquaintances of the victim denied that the woman witnessed her daughter's murder.
The attacker -the post added- attempted to flee and “wounded a police officer who tried to apprehend him, but was subdued after being shot.” Several people stated that the individual died hours later at the hospital where he had been taken.
CiberCuba contacted the victim's family and close friends to gather information about the unfortunate incident, but has not received a response by the time this report was published.
The crime has shocked family members, friends, acquaintances, and neighbors of the young mother, as well as Cubans in general. In the comments on the social media posts, many warned about the rise in violence against women in Cuba, the increase in femicides, and the lack of effective action from the authorities to curb these incidents.
They also questioned why these events are not reported by the press and other official channels of the regime, and why the population must find out through social media, feminist platforms, and independent media outlets.
The femicide of Noralis Estenoz would raise the number of crimes due to male violence to 34 during 2025, based on the underreporting recorded by independent feminist organizations.
The Gender Observatory of the Alas Tensas magazine (OGAT) and the I Do Believe You in Cuba (YSTCC) observatory reported that by the end of September, 33 femicides were recorded in the country, highlighting the acute crisis of violence in Cuban society and the lack of effective protection protocols for women.
From 2019 until October 1 of this year, both platforms documented 300 femicides in Cuba, a figure that only reflects a partial record of the machismo violence that continues on the island.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gender Violence in Cuba
How many femicides have been recorded in Cuba in 2025?
Until October 2025, at least 34 femicides have been recorded in Cuba. This number is an underreporting maintained by independent feminist organizations such as Yo Sí Te Creo en Cuba and Alas Tensas, due to the lack of official reports from the Cuban government.
What is the Cuban government doing to address gender violence?
Despite the growing wave of gender-based violence, the Cuban government has not implemented effective measures nor has it classified femicide as a crime in the Penal Code. Although there is work being done on an Administrative Register of violent deaths of women, it is not public and access is limited to certain state entities.
What is the role of social media and independent media in highlighting femicides in Cuba?
Social media and independent media have been crucial in highlighting femicides in Cuba. In the face of official silence, these platforms have documented cases and raised awareness about gender-based violence, enabling civil society to call for more effective measures from the government.
What organizations are keeping track of femicides in Cuba?
Organizations like Yo Sí Te Creo en Cuba and the Gender Observatory of Alas Tensas are maintaining an alternative record of femicides. These entities operate independently due to the lack of official data, documenting cases through testimonies and social media posts.
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