Pope Francis in DR Congo and South Sudan

“He showed us our better side.”

Pope Francis greets traditional dancers at the Martyrs Stadium in Kinshasa, Congo.
photo: alamy/ap, jerome delay

The Holy Father challenged the leaders, heard stories of atrocities, listened to the hopes of the young and was reinvigorated by their faith. But will his visit make a difference? / By MATTHEW KUKAH

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