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.

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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