Pope lashes out at foreigners who exploit Africa

"The world is being ravaged by a handful of tyrants."

— Pope Leo XIV , Other

"Those who rob your land of its resources generally invest much of the profit in weapons, thus perpetuating an endless cycle of destabilisation and death."

— Pope Leo XIV , Other

"In order for peace and justice to prevail, the chains of corruption - which disfigure authority and strip it of its credibility - must be broken."

— Pope Leo XIV , Other

"Their energy and creativity are invaluable. Investing in their education, training, and entrepreneurship is essential for peace and for preventing the loss of talent and the spread of social ills."

— Pope Leo XIV , Other

"Let us thank God that this crisis has not degenerated into a religious war."

— Pope Leo XIV , Other

"This variety is not weakness but a treasure."

— Pope Leo XIV , Other

"The world is thirsting for peace… Enough of war."

— Pope Leo XIV , Other

"It is time to examine our conscience and take a bold leap forward."

— Pope Leo XIV , Other

"Security is a priority, but it must always be exercised with respect for human rights."

— Pope Leo XIV , Other

"The world needs the message of peace."

— Paul Biya , Politician

"Peace, in fact, cannot be decreed: it must be embraced and lived."

— Pope Leo XIV , Other

"To govern means to love one’s own country as well as neighbouring countries."

— Pope Leo XIV , Other

"Investing in the education, training and entrepreneurship of young people is, therefore, a strategic choice for peace."

— Pope Leo XIV , Other

"It is with deep joy that I find myself in Cameroon, often described as 'Africa in miniature' because of the richness of its lands, cultures, languages and traditions."

— Pope Leo XIV , Other