Pope Leo has criticized the exploitation of Africa’s mineral resources during his visit to Equatorial Guinea amid Washington’s increasing efforts to secure critical minerals on the continent
BATA, Equatorial Guinea (AP) — Leo’s visit to the prison in the Central African port city of Bata followed in the tradition of Pope Francis, who frequently met with inmates on his foreign visits to give them a message of hope.
Pope Leo XIV continued his tour of Africa with a Mass in Equatorial Guinea. The pontiff called for more justice in the country as the nation's president and his family looked on.
