At visit to Bamenda: Pope Leo XIV calls for peace, reconciliation

By Simon Ndive Kalla “I come here as a servant of peace,” Pope Leo said, as he addressed multitudes in Bamenda, capital city of the North West region of Cameroon. During the visit, Thursday, April 16, 2026, white doves were released at the St. Joseph Cathedral, a striking call for an end to violence and a renewed hope for healing in a region long affected by conflict. The Pope urged Christians to rise as true peacemakers, emphasising forgiveness, justice, and togetherness as the only path forward. He was warmly received by traditional rulers and government officials, a rare moment where…