Traditional media organs are owned by the government.

According to Freedom House, Freedom of the Press 2010 - Cuba, 1 October 2010 there are three national newspapers, four national television stations, six national radio stations, and one international radio station, in addition to numerous local print and broadcast outlets.

Cuba has not developed a Media Accountability System (MAS). Self-regulatory bodies, such as Press Councils or Media Ombudsmen have not been created.