The Holy Father visited four countries during his first apostolic visit to Africa.
Pope Leo XIV departed Africa and returned to Rome on April 23, concluding an 11-day visit to several countries that marked his first visit as pope to the continent.
The Holy Father departed Equatorial Guinea after saying Mass at the coastal nationʼs Malabo Stadium. He had earlier visited Algeria, Cameroon, and Angola throughout mid-April.
Hereʼs a look at Leo XIVʼs departure from Africa and return home:
Pope Leo XIV waves from the popemobile at Malabo Stadium in Equatorial Guinea, Thursday, April 23, 2026. | Credit: Vatican Media
Catholics smile during Mass with Pope Leo XIV at Malabo Stadium in Equatorial Guinea, Thursday, April 23, 2026. | Credit: Vatican Media
Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful during Mass at Malabo Stadium in Equatorial Guinea, Thursday, April 23, 2026. | Credit: Vatican Media
Pope Leo XIV greets a family during Mass at Malabo Stadium in Equatorial Guinea, Thursday, April 23, 2026. | Credit: Vatican Media
Pope Leo XIV holds the chalice aloft during Mass at Malabo Stadium in Equatorial Guinea, Thursday, April 23, 2026. | Credit: Vatican Media
