Pope Leo to visit four African countries in April

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete February 25, 2026 at 07:47 PM

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Pope Leo XIV will embark on a 10-day pastoral visit to Africa from April 13-23, marking his first trip to the continent as head of the Catholic Church. The Vatican announced that he will visit Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea. This marks the first papal visit to Algeria, a predominantly Muslim country. In Cameroon, the Pope will visit cities including Yaoundé and Bamenda, a region experiencing ongoing conflict. The trip highlights Africa's significance to the Catholic Church, home to approximately 20% of the world's Catholic population. The Pope's itinerary includes stops in multiple cities within each country, though the official program is yet to be released.

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