With outcries against corruption throughout Africa, pope softens speech in Equatorial Guinea

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During eleven days touring Africa, the Pope’s figure –beyond the name embodied in the pontificate – has returned to that uncomfortable but necessary place: that of critical awareness of power. His journey through Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea has been not only a succession of protocolary acts, but a staging loaded with symbolism and, above all, with a political and social message.

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It had begun with the unwanted clamour of the querelle with Trump, it continued as it is fitting to Leo XIV, pontiff with calm tones and conciliatory manners. The ten days of apostolic journey to Africa (Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, Equatorial Guinea) mark a new chapter in the pontificate of Pope Prevost. The Church confirms itself as bearer of peace and missionary in the most forgotten lands. When the eyes of the world are aimed at Hormuz and a c…