LIBREVILLE, Equatorial Guinea — Preparations are underway in Equatorial Guinea to warmly welcome Pope Léon XIV, who is scheduled to visit the country from April 21 to 23, as reported by Radio France internationale. The papal visit has been officially confirmed by a government statement, noting that President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo has met with the president of the National Episcopal Conference and Catholic Church leaders to coordinate the visit’s preparations.
The nation, with over 90% of its population identifying as Christian, is set to host this historic visit as part of Pope Léon XIV’s first apostolic journey to Africa. The trip will also take him to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea. During his stay, the Pope is expected to focus on interfaith dialogue, peace, and pastoral meetings.
The visit is seen as an opportunity to strengthen ties between the Catholic Church and the faithful in Equatorial Guinea. Organizers are working diligently to ensure a warm and secure welcome. The practical details of the visit, including locations for celebrations and the Pope’s movements, are currently being finalized. Paragraph (not provided in source material, so not included in the response).
Source: Agpgabon
