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African Catholics say Pope Francis is ‘at the heart’ of the continent

After his death, the Church in Africa has said Pope Francis has played a special role for Catholics on the continent.

YAOUNDÉ, Cameroon – After his death, the Church in Africa has said Pope Francis has played a special role for Catholics on the continent.

As the Church awaits the begin of the Conclave on May 7, many Africans are hoping a cardinal from their region might become the Bishop of Rome.