Pope Leo XIV Concludes Africa Tour

Leo's visit to the central African nation was marked by his direct engagement with inmates at a notorious prison in Bata, where he told them 'you are not alone.' The trip began amid public criticism from President Trump, but the Pope remained focused on his message of bridging the gap between the privileged and the disadvantaged.

He also addressed the controversial deals between African nations and the US regarding the deportation of migrants, urging leaders to prioritize human dignity over financial gain.

This tour has been characterized by the Pope's willingness to speak frankly on sensitive political and social issues facing the continent.