El Son Cubano is set to captivate London once again with the second edition of El Son Cubano Fest
LONDON, 9 May 2026.—The British capital is buzzing this week to the rhythm of Cuban music and tradition with the second edition of “El Son Cubano Fest”, which is bringing together musicians, dancers and lovers of Cuban culture at The Crown Hotel in Cricklewood until 11 May in a tribute to Cuban Son Day. The event, which coincides with international celebrations dedicated to this genre declared a National Cultural Heritage, features masterclasses, live performances and opportunities for cultural exchange that strengthen the ties between Cuba and the United Kingdom.
Cuba takes centre stage at IATEFL 2026
Cuba’s educational innovation and methodological commitment have featured prominently at the 2026 edition of IATEFL (International Association of Teachers of English as a Foreign Language), one of the world’s leading forums in this field.
One of the highlights was the presentation by Professor Eduardo Garvey Savigne, entitled “Assessment of English for Medical Purposes in Cuba: Perspectives from Within”, which highlighted the strength of language training in the island’s healthcare sector.
Historical tourism and local development project launched in the UK: "La Cuba Profunda".
London, 2 April – The Cuban Embassy in the United Kingdom hosted the launch of ‘La Cuba Profunda’, a proposed tourist itinerary designed for eastern Cuba. The presentation of the product was led by academic Par Kumaraswami, Director of the Centre for Research on Cuba at the University of Nottingham, and Dr Ibrahin Amhed León Tellez, professor at the Centre for Local Development at the University of Granma and member of the Cuban Academy of Sciences.
UK Parliamentarians and Civil Society Coalesce in House of Commons to Demand an End to the US Siege on Cuba
LONDON, 4 March 2026. — The UK House of Commons served as the focal point for a resolute defence of international law and a condemnation of the US economic warfare against Cuba. Over 70 attendees, ranging from veteran parliamentarians to economists, trade unionists, and engaged citizens, packed a parliamentary committee room to confront the deepening humanitarian consequences of the unilateral US blockade.
Fidel's legacy highlighted at the University of Nottingham on the centenary of his birth
London, 27 February 2026: The historical significance and thinking of Fidel Castro continue to arouse interest in academic centres around the world. In the United Kingdom, the University of Nottingham's Centre for Cuban Studies serves as a vital bridge, bringing researchers and students closer to the reality of the island, supported by the Hennessy Collection, which, with more than 1,400 volumes, magazines and newspapers published since the 1960s, represents an invaluable tool for the international public to understand Cuba directly from its documentary sources.