Sandro Castro Comments on Havana's Decay: "Your Magic is Unique"

Sandro Castro, the influencer grandson of the late dictator, once again demonstrated his disconnect from the harsh realities faced by Cubans. Recently, he shared photos of a dilapidated Havana, praising what he called the "unique" magic of the nation.

On Instagram, Castro wrote, "It's impossible not to love you and keep you in my heart, Cuba, your magic is unique," even though the images depicted anything but enchantment. The photos revealed the decaying streets of Monte, Old Havana, and the Capitol area, plagued by destruction and poverty.

The reactions to Castro's post reflect a deep sense of sadness and powerlessness among Cubans observing their capital's state. One user lamented, "If things were different, many of us Cubans would return home."

Another commenter criticized, "Your family expropriated everything; they took over everything, destroyed everything... Many believed in their promises and were left with nothing, and those who didn't trust had to flee their own country leaving much more than family behind... Someday, I hope you speak up; I'm sure you think like me and the entire youth. Only your last name forces you to turn a blind eye."

A fellow Cuban urged Sandro, "If you love it so much then talk to your relatives and see if they can steer things away from the misery and disease that's all anyone talks about."

Another comment expressed, "Oh, Sandrito, there's no magic left unless your uncle Canel leaves and everything changes, and the magic returns, but alas, your grandfather's closure is unforgivable."

The Chosen One

Recently, the entrepreneur and influencer stirred controversy anew with the release of the final episode of his miniseries "El Hoyo," portraying himself as God's "chosen one" to transform Cuba's reality. In the video, a character dressed as God visits Sandro's grave and resurrects him as El Vampirach, symbolizing a supposed new era of change and awareness.

After his resurrection, Sandro delivers a sermon-like speech blending spiritual messages with social critiques, marked by mispronunciations and disjointed ideas. He urged, "Cease ambition and selfishness. Let's create a world where everyone can fulfill their desires while respecting freedom of thought."

He asked Cubans to lower their expectations and be content with small things. "Why wish for a big house when you always sleep in the same room? Why want the latest car if walking your pet makes you happy?"

Sandro also called for unity, echoing his dictator grandfather's old rhetoric: "I only ask you to be more united than ever, with firm steps, brave hearts, and cool minds." The video concludes with a pose mimicking the statue of José Martí in Havana's Central Park.

Furthermore, he announced plans to launch his own exchange rate, unveiling a design for what he intends to call "Vampicach."

In a bold claim, the influencer accused independent media outlet El Toque of making "over 100 million dollars in a single day" following a rise in the dollar's value in Cuba's informal market. He also outlined various measures he plans to implement to unite private entrepreneurs in Cuba and curb the dollar's rise in the country's informal economy.