Pope Leo XIV receives the President of the Republic of South Africa

By Deborah Castellano Lubov

Pope Leo XIV received the President of the Republic of South Africa, His Excellency Cyril Ramaphosa, in the Vatican on Saturday morning.

According to a statement released by the Holy See Press Office, during the "cordial talks," "mutual appreciation was expressed for the valuable contribution that the Catholic Church provides to South Africa," particularly "in the areas of education and healthcare."

There was also recognition, the statement noted, of the Church's "ongoing commitment to foster dialogue and reconciliation within society."

Exchange of gifts between the Pope and the President of the Republic of South Africa   (@VATICAN MEDIA)