“Historic Finale: Pope Francis Storms Equatorial Guinea on Final Stop of Africa Tour — Global Media Reacts
In what many global outlets have described as a symbolic and powerful closing chapter, Pope Francis has arrived in Equatorial Guinea, marking the final leg of his much-talked-about African tour. According to reports from BBC News and Al Jazeera, the visit is expected to spotlight issues of faith, governance, and social justice in one of […]
18 Africans Among Cardinals to Choose Next Pope
Following the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday, preparations are underway for the conclave that will elect the next pope of the Roman Catholic Church. Out of 252 cardinals worldwide, 135 are under the age of 80 and eligible to vote in the secret ballot. Among the electors, Africa is represented by 18 cardinals, […]
Funeral of Pope Francis Set for April 26 at St. Peter’s Square
The funeral of Pope Francis will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in St. Peter’s Square, according to a statement released on Tuesday by the Holy See Press Office. Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, Dean of the College of Cardinals, “will preside at the Mass, which will be concelebrated by Patriarchs, Cardinals, […]
BREAKING: Pope Francis Dies at 88
Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, the Vatican confirmed on Easter Monday. The pontiff passed away peacefully at 7:35 a.m. at his residence in the Casa Santa Marta within Vatican City. The Camerlengo of the Apostolic Chamber, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, formally announced the death, stating, “With deep sorrow, I must announce the […]
