DOULAA: Pope Leo XIV urged Cameroon’s young people on Friday to resist the temptation of corruption and instead work to serve the common good as he celebrated Mass before thousands in one of the largest expected turnouts of his 11-day, four-nation African journey. Leo traveled to the port city of Douala, Cameroon’s financial and economic hub, on a day dedicated to encouraging the country’s youth. Later Friday, back in the capital, Youande, Leo has an appointment with students, professors, and administrators at the Catholic University of Central Africa.

During the second stop of his African tour, the pontiff reminded Cameroon's President Paul Biya of the importance of upholding the rule of law and fundamental freedoms. His…

The pontiff was unusually forthright in his address at the presidential palace.