Pope heads to Cameroon as separatists announce 3-day pause in fighting

Associated Press (AP) DiplomaticNews ReportEN 6 min read 100% complete April 15, 2026 at 08:53 AM

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Pope wraps up Cameroon visit with Mass as he looks ahead to Angola

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Pope Leo XIV is traveling to Cameroon as part of his four-nation Africa tour, following a stop in Algeria. The Pope's visit, beginning Wednesday in Yaounde, aims to promote peace in the separatist region and engage in talks with President Paul Biya. Discussions are expected to focus on combating corruption and ensuring responsible governance in the mineral-rich nation. The Vatican has expressed disapproval of authoritarian leadership styles, relevant as Biya, the world's oldest leader, has held power since 1982 and secured an eighth term in a disputed election. Upon arrival, Pope Leo XIV will meet with Biya, address government officials, and visit a Catholic orphanage.

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His election rival, Issa Tchiroma Bakary , claims to have won and has called on Cameroonians to reject the official result.

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Biya is the world’s oldest leader and has led the central African nation since 1982.

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Fighting corruption and insisting on the correct uses of political authority are expected to be themes of Leo’s visit.

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President Paul Biya's grip on power was extended for an eighth term in a widely disputed election last year.

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Pope Leo XIV is heading to Cameroon with a message of peace.

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Issa Tchiroma Bakary 30% Algeria ×240% Yaounde ×250% Vatican ×260% Paul Biya ×470% Cameroon ×580% Pope Leo XIV ×590%

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cameroon 100% pope leo xiv 100% paul biya 80% peace 70% separatist region 70% corruption 60% election 60% africa tour 50% political authority 50% authoritarian leaders 40%