Pope Leo Embarks on Africa Tour

Starting his journey in Algeria, Pope Leo XIV will traverse nearly 18,000 kilometers to meet with both vulnerable communities and authoritarian leaders.

The mission is designed to emphasize the Church's focus on the 'peripheries' and address issues of poverty, conflict, and religious dialogue.

In Algeria, the Pope will honor locally born St. Augustine while reaching out to Muslim leaders to promote interfaith harmony.

This marathon visit is seen as a defining moment for his papacy, reflecting a clear personal stamp on global diplomacy.