Pope Leo denounces those who use the name God for military gain
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Pope Leo visited Bamenda, Cameroon, where he received a hero's welcome and called for an end to the 10-year conflict in the Anglophone region. He met with local leaders and heard testimonies from those affected by the conflict.
Tens of thousands of Cameroonians welcomed Pope Leo in Bamenda, the capital of the restive Anglophone region. The crowd, waving branches symbolizing peace, hailed him as a potential catalyst for ending the decade-long conflict between separatists and the Francophone central government. At St. Joseph Cathedral, Pope Leo met with local leaders, including the archbishop of Bamenda, who described the suffering of the region's people. Five individuals shared their experiences during the conflict, including a tribal chief, a Presbyterian emeritus moderator, an imam, a kidnapped religious sister, and a displaced father. Pope Leo delivered a heartfelt appeal for reconciliation, peace, and an end to the conflict, commending the community's commitment to peace. He emphasized that despite suffering, the community's conviction in God's presence remained strong.
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