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Tensions with Trump continue to follow the pope as he continues his Africa tour

NPR | By Emmanuel Akinwotu
Published April 20, 2026 at 6:48 AM EDT

As Pope Leo continues his 11-day tour of Africa, the visit is being overshadowed by tensions with Washington.

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Emmanuel Akinwotu
Emmanuel Akinwotu is an international correspondent for NPR. He joined NPR in 2022 from The Guardian, where he was West Africa correspondent.
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