Pope criticizes inequality and prison conditions during Africa visit

Pope criticizes inequality and prison conditions during Africa visit
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Pope Francis has condemned global wealth inequality and raised concerns about prison conditions as he concluded a visit to several African countries.

During a stop in Equatorial Guinea, the pope highlighted the contrast between the country’s oil wealth and widespread poverty, urging religious communities to work toward greater economic justice and a fairer distribution of resources.

He also drew attention to conditions in detention facilities, with plans to visit a high-security prison that human rights groups say holds political prisoners in poor conditions.

The remarks form part of broader calls by the pope for social justice and improved human rights protections, particularly in regions facing economic inequality despite significant natural resources.