Cuba announces public Wi-Fi available at 35 spaces for the first time

World News • June 19 at 5:53PM

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Only 3.4% of Cuban homes are connected to the Internet, but the country's government is making efforts to expand access by 2020.

Cuba state telecommunications monopoly, Etecsa, said on June 18 that the island will offer Wi-Fi in 35 public spots, a landmark move that allows greater Internet access for Cubans. The cost of using the Internet will also be lowered from $4.50 to $2 per hour. Cubans make $20 a week on average.

Etecsa approved the island's first free, public internet service at a Havana cultural center run by famed artist Kcho, the AP reported March 12.

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