I went to Cuba twice in 2008 to look at the Afro-Cuban connection. Here are two stories:
Many Africans go to Cuba to study medicine. Given Cuba's excellent reputation in Public Health and the socialist altruism to assist developing nations, it is no surprise to find the Cuban government sponsoring thousands of African medical students (natural sound).
Produced for Reuters Africa, 02/2008.
The Yoruba religion has its origins in West Africa. Arriving with the slaves to Cuba during the slave trade, the religion has take a strong hold in Cuba, mixing with colonial Catholicism. Known as Santeria, nearly 80% of Cubans practice the religion (natural sound).
Produced for Reuters Africa, September 2008.
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