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The pontiff has been unusually forthright during his visit to conflict-hit Cameroon.
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The pontiff has been unusually forthright during his visit to conflict-hit Cameroon.
Pope Leo XIV addressed authorities, civil society, and the diplomatic corps in Yaoundé, calling for peace, justice, and a renewed commitment to the common good, emphasizing that peace 'must not be reduced to a slogan.'
Pope Leo XIV called on Cameroon's authorities to examine their 'conscience' and break 'the chains of corruption' during his visit to the country, addressing President Paul Biya and other officials.
Pope Leo XIV urged authorities in Cameroon to lead in advocating for peace, stating that the Anglophone crisis has caused profound suffering to Cameroonians, during his visit to the country.
Pope Leo XIV urged authorities in Cameroon to invest in the education and training of young people to curb insecurity, stating that frustration can lead to violence if unemployment and social exclusion persist.
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