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- Pope Leo XIV will begin a four-country African visit on April 13, 2026, to urge leaders to address Africa's needs.
- Pope Paul VI's 1969 Uganda visit emphasized peace.
- Pope John Paul II condemned apartheid during 15 visits.
- Pope Benedict XVI's 2009 trip drew controversy over condoms.
- Pope Francis has made five visits, including Central African Republic during conflict and a 2023 joint South Sudan visit with Archbishop of Canterbury.