Africa: Pope on pastoral tour of strategically important continent

Pope Leo XIV travels from April 13-23 on pastoral tour of Africa, strategically important continent for global Catholicism.

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This visit strengthens Vatican's ecclesiastical presence and marks growing importance of African faithful.

The itinerary includes Algeria and other nations, highlighting Vatican priority for African engagement.

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