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Two Russians handed down jail terms for terrorism and spying in Angola
The two, a political consultant and a translator, denied allegations of fomenting protests last year.
July 22, 2026Pope Leo decries exploitation by world's 'authoritarians' during Angola trip - Reuters
Pope Leo decries exploitation by world's 'authoritarians' during Angola trip Reuters
April 20, 2026Pope Leo decries ramp-up in Ukraine war, calls for 'weapons to fall silent' - Reuters
Pope Leo decries ramp-up in Ukraine war, calls for 'weapons to fall silent' Reuters
April 19, 2026Pope Leo, in Angola, decries 'despots' who exploit resources, make false promises - Reuters
Pope Leo, in Angola, decries 'despots' who exploit resources, make false promises Reuters
April 18, 2026Pope says 'tyrants' speech was not aimed at Trump
The pontiff says his remarks have been misinterpreted after a spat with the US president.
April 18, 2026Pope Leo to begin 10-day Africa tour on mission to spotlight continent's needs - Reuters
Pope Leo to begin 10-day Africa tour on mission to spotlight continent's needs Reuters
April 13, 2026Pope prioritises world's fastest-growing Catholic region in major Africa tour
Leo XIV wants the world's attention on a continent vital to the Church's future, an aide says.
April 12, 2026Sub-Saharan Africa faces slower growth as US-Iran war raises costs - Reuters
Sub-Saharan Africa faces slower growth as US-Iran war raises costs Reuters
April 8, 2026Inside the alleged Russian operation to trigger anti-government protests in Angola
A group of Russians and Angolans are going on trial in Angola after being accused of fomenting protests, which they deny.
March 24, 2026Pope Leo to visit four African countries in April
This is the first time that a pope will visit Algeria, whose population is mostly Muslim.
February 25, 2026Pope Leo to tour four African countries in first major overseas trip of 2026 - Reuters
Pope Leo to tour four African countries in first major overseas trip of 2026 Reuters
February 25, 2026