Pope Leo XIV's Africa tour

Leo's remarks, delivered during a massive open-air mass in Saurimo, focused on the 'chains of corruption' holding parts of the continent hostage.

The American-born pope has also used the trip to distance himself from political feuds in the U.S., emphasizing spiritual authority over temporal power.

Despite technical challenges and regional tensions, the tour has drawn tens of thousands of faithful.

The visit highlights the Vatican's strategic focus on sub-Saharan Africa as a cornerstone of its global future.