Pope Francis Lands in Congo, Where All His Priorities Converge The Central African country is wracked by war, poverty and environmental plunder — and it may be the future of the Catholic Church.
Pope Francis Visits Congo: What to Know The pope is planning to spend three days in the Democratic Republic of Congo, one of the most populous and most Catholic nations in Africa. While it has extensive natural riches, its people have long been buffeted by conflict and exploitation.