Pope Leo’s historic visit reinforces Mama Muxima as a shrine of solace in Angola

Pope Leo’s historic visit reinforces Mama Muxima as a shrine of solace in Angola

Pope Leo XIV’s Sunday afternoon visit to Angola’s most famous shrine is a major boost to Marian devotees across Angola and southern Africa. At the Sanctuary of Mama Muxima—arguably Southern Africa’s largest Catholic pilgrimage site and a key symbol of Marian devotion—the Pope, on his first visit, has brought deserved global attention to this revered yet hidden treasure.

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