Following the death of Pope Francis, African Catholics are expressing hope that the next pontiff could be the first Black ...

Ghana's Cardinal Peter Turkson is a top contender to succeed Pope Francis, potentially becoming the first Black pope in over 1,500 years.

It's very possible the next pope could be from Africa, where the Catholic Church continues to add millions of members.

Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88, was known for his inclusive policies and advocacy for the marginalized, including Black people, and appointed three Black men who are in contention to ...

Among the names being mentioned as potential successors to Pope Francis are Cardinals Peter Kodwo Appiah Turkson of Ghana (76 ...

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Canadian betting sites have opened betting markets on who will become the next pope following the passing of Pope Francis ...

The body of Pope Francis was carried in a solemn procession Wednesday from his residence within the walls of the Vatican City ...

With the passing of Pope St. Francis this Easter Monday, the Vatican will begin preparing for a conclave after the period of ...

As the Catholic world begins the solemn ritual of mourning Pope Francis, a quieter but no less historic conversation is ...

All cardinals under the age of 80 can take part in the secret ballot to be held in the conclave. They need a majority of at ...