Summary
Pope Leo XIV is on a tour of four African countries, including a visit to Douala, Cameroon, where he plans to celebrate Mass and visit a hospital. During his visit to Cameroon's largest anglophone city, he spoke out against war amid a long-running conflict that has caused many deaths.
Key Facts
- Pope Leo XIV is currently visiting four African countries on a tour.
- He will celebrate Mass in Douala, the main port city of Cameroon.
- The Vatican expects about 600,000 people to attend the Mass.
- The Pope also plans to visit a hospital in Douala.
- He spoke against war during his visit to Cameroon's largest anglophone city.
- Cameroon has had an almost ten-year conflict that has killed thousands of people.
- The Pope's visit comes days after criticism from US President Donald Trump on social media.
- The article mentions other recent African issues, including conflicts in Sudan and Niger.
