Pope Leo, in Angola, decries 'despots' who exploit resources, make false promises - Reuters

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Pope Leo XIV called on Angola’s leaders and people to 'remove the obstacles to integral human development,' urging them to choose the path of the common good, resist exploitative interests, and preserve hope and joy.

Pope Leo criticized the exploitation of Africa's natural resources, blaming 'despots and tyrants' for failing to deliver on promises, leading to suffering and death. He urged Angolans to resist 'slavery imposed by the elite' and called on leaders to help all their people.

Pope Leo called on Angola’s leaders and people to 'remove the obstacles to integral human development,' urging them to choose the path of the common good, resist exploitative interests, and preserve hope and joy.

Pope Leo spoke out against tyranny and 'disasters' caused by the exploitation of natural resources on his visit to Angola, condemning the 'social and environmental disasters' caused by rampant exploitation and urging Angola to 'not be afraid of dissent.'