Pope Leo Calls for Justice and End to Conflict in Cameroon

Pope Leo urged the Cameroonian government to address corruption and resist undue influence from the wealthy during a speech in Yaounde, attended by President Paul Biya. The pope's visit emphasizes calls for peace, particularly in relation to the ongoing Anglophone conflict that has claimed many lives.

In an address that marked a rare strong stance on his overseas trips, Pope Leo called for the break of corruption's hold on authority to restore credibility. He emphasized the need for leaders to listen to citizens and protect human rights while urging for dialogue and conflict resolution.

Cameroon, grappling with internal and regional conflicts, saw its streets filled with supporters as Pope Leo's motorcade passed. The tour, which spans 11 cities, includes major events like a Mass in Douala expected to draw around 600,000 attendees.