Pope Leo XIV lands in Cameroon

Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Cameroon is the fourth apostolic visit by a pontiff, following those of John Paul II in 1985 and 1995, and of Pope Benedict XVI in 2009. The last two papal visits were closely linked to the Synods on Africa, and the pontiffs were welcomed in the capital, Yaoundé, by a large gathering of African bishops.

Interview with His Excellency Bishop José A. Bettencourt with the Italian daily AVVENIR

Cameroon releases official Papal Visit anthem: Terre de l’Alliance

The countdown has begun: From 15 to 18 April 2026, Pope Leo XIV will set foot on Cameroonian soil. Catholics and all people of goodwill eagerly await the Holy Father. This week, Cameroon released a catchy official Papal Visit anthem, “Terre de l’Alliance (Land of the Covenant).”

INTERVIEW: Archbishop José Avelino Bettencourt, the apostolic nuncio to Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea, discusses the significance of Pope Leo XIV’s upcoming visit to the two African nations.

Apostolic Journey of his Holiness Pope Leo XIV to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola & Equatorial Guinea

PRAYER FOR THE APOSTOLIC JOURNEY OF POPE LEO XIV 

Dans une atmosphère de fête et d’action de grâce, l’archidiocèse de Douala a célébré le 14 mars 2026 un triple jubilé historique : les 70 ans de son érection, les 40 ans de sacerdoce et les 25 ans d’épiscopat de son archevêque, Mgr Samuel Kleda. Une célébration marquée par une forte communion ecclésiale et un appel renouvelé à la mission.

Réunis à Mbalmayo du 9 au 12 mars 2026 pour leur première Session ordinaire annuelle, les évêques de la Conférence épiscopale provinciale de Yaoundé ont consacré leurs travaux à l’apostolat des laïcs et à leur rôle dans la mission ecclésiale et sociale.

The Apostolic Nuncio to Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea, Archbishop José Avelino Bettencourt explains the importance and significance of the pope's visit to the two countries.

It is news that has set church bells ringing, classrooms buzzing, and hearts vibrating: Cameroon is preparing to welcome Pope Leo XIV.

The Apostolic Nunciature has officially announced that, responding to invitations from Heads of State and local Ecclesiastical Authorities, His Holiness Pope Leo XIV will undertake a significant Apostolic Journey to Africa this April.

The Catholic Church in Cameroon officially took root on December 8, 1890, during a Mass celebrated in Marienberg by Pallottine missionaries led by Henri Vieter. On that day, they consecrated the country to the Virgin Mary, Queen of the Apostles.

The Holy Father Pope Leo XIV’s Message for Lent 2026: “Listening and Fasting. Lent as a Time of Conversion”

The Appointment of Auxiliary Bishop John BERINYUY TATA

The Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, has appointed the Rev. John BERINYUY TATA as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Bamenda, Cameroon.

Apostolic Nunciature in Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea News January 26th 2026

The Head of State, S. E. Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, on Friday 23rd January, met with members of the Episcopal Conference. The purpose of this meeting has been to coordinate preparations for a historic occasion: the upcoming visit of Pope Leo XIV to the Republic of Equatorial Guinea.