Pope Francis' death set off a series of traditions that culminates in a vote for his successor. Here are some of the possible ...

Here’s what Pope Francis said of Africa in 2022: “We only see material wealth, which is why historically it has only been ...

Pope Francis visited a record 10 African countries throughout his pontificate, often venturing to areas ravaged by war, ...

Pope Francis’ more than 12-year pontificate deeply resonated with the people of God in Africa, with one exception related to ...

Two images capture more than any others the relentless efforts of Pope Francis to put an end to the wars that are tearing African peoples apart.The first image shows Pope Francis kneeling in the "Casa ...

Africa is home to some of the fastest-growing Catholic populations in the world and has over 250 million Catholics.

Catholic cardinals on Monday set May 7 as the start date for the conclave to elect Pope Francis’ successor, delaying the secret voting for two days to help them get to know one another better and find ...

“Pope Francis should be remembered as a post-colonial pope who acknowledged the intertwined histories of ecclesial, political ...

“Africa is now the hope of the church ... where the soft rumble of drums mixed with the lilt of hymns. “Pope Francis died this morning,” priest James William told worshipers, his voice ...

Pope Francis passed away on Monday at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta. He was 88 years old. World leaders, ...