The Ministry of the Interior (MININT) blamed Cuban drivers for causing 72% of traffic accidents in 2025, but citizens point out that the true chaos on the roads stems from the lack of electricity, signage, and control in the streets.
The MININT reported on its official X account that "disregarding the right of way, not paying attention to driving, and speeding" were the main causes of the accidents that occurred in Cuba during 2025.
According to the organization, these factors, all related to the "human factor," account for 72% of the accidents recorded last year. However, the reality of traffic in Cuba presents a much more critical picture.
In numerous cities across the country, traffic lights remain off due to constant power outages, road signs are either damaged or missing, and the poor condition of the streets turns any journey into a constant risk.
All of this is compounded by the poor condition of many vehicles in the country, both private and state-owned. It is common to see them broken down in the middle of the road, obstructing traffic and endangering the lives of passengers.
Users on social media, such as the profile Asere Ya, have reported the lack of order in central areas of Havana, where there are not even agents to direct traffic anymore.
The lack of maintenance, investment, and effective authority has left Cuba mired in a traffic chaos that even official propaganda cannot disguise.
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