Pope Leo, in Algeria, blasts ‘neocolonial’ conflicts after Trump criticism
Author: theeastafrican.co.kePublished on: April 13, 2026Country: Algeria
Politics

Pope Leo condemned violations of international law by ‘neocolonial’ world powers during a speech in Algeria, the first stop of his Africa tour. He emphasized the urgency of building a society based on justice and solidarity in the face of neocolonial tendencies. In response to Donald Trump's criticism, the Pope stated he would continue to speak out against war and promote peace. This complex trip will take him through four African countries, including Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea.
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