Nowhere in the world is the Roman Catholic Church growing faster than in Africa, a continent Francis showered with attention.

Pope Francis visited a record 10 African countries throughout his pontificate, often venturing to areas ravaged by war, ...

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Pope Francis offered respect. His successor must offer justice for slavery, colonisation, and enduring white supremacy.

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“Africa is now the hope of the church ... where the soft rumble of drums mixed with the lilt of hymns. “Pope Francis died this morning,” priest James William told worshipers, his voice ...

Pope Francis, remembered for his fight for peace, justice, and youth empowerment in Africa and South Sudan, leaves a lasting ...

Pope Francis visited a record 10 African countries throughout his pontificate, often venturing to areas ravaged by war, poverty or natural disaster BANGUI, Central African Republic -- Central ...

Central African Republic — Central African Republic’s capital had been torn apart by inter-religious violence leading up to Pope Francis’ 2015 visit, its streets haunted by fear and division.

Africa is home to some of the fastest-growing Catholic populations in the world and has over 250 million Catholics.