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Pope Leo visits Equatorial Guinea

Pope Leo visits Equatorial Guinea

In the final stop of his 10-day journey, the Pope addressed government officials in Malabo, warning that the continent's future is 'tragically compromised' by income disparity.

His visit took on added political significance following reports that Equatorial Guinea has received millions from the Trump administration to accept deported migrants.

Human rights advocates praised the Pope for using his platform to spotlight abuses in a country long ruled by a repressive regime.

The tour, which also included stops in three other nations, focused on themes of reconciliation and environmental protection.

Leo XIV
267th Pope of the Catholic Church (2025–)
Equatorial Guinea
Sovereign state in Africa
Malabo
City and former capital of Equatorial Guinea
Bata
Most populous city in Equatorial Guinea
Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)