In Algeria, Saint Augustine's city anticipates Pope Leo's visitPope Leo XIV has proclaimed his affinity for Saint Augustine, who was born and lived in what is now Algeria. ANNABA (ALGERIA) - On Algeria's sparkling Mediterranean coast, the city of Annaba is teeming with excitement as the one-time home of Saint Augustine readies for the country's first visit by a Catholic pontiff. Municipal workers, aided by members of the Order of Saint Augustine, are hard at work repainting the walls and polishing the statues ahead of the pope's visit to Algeria from April 13-15. Elected in May last year, Pope Leo in his first speech loudly proclaimed his affinity for Saint Augustine, describing himself as a "son" of the famed theologian. For Wekesa, Pope Leo's arrival will be "a great joy".

Source: Bangkok Post April 08, 2026 03:59 UTC