Central African Republic

While Pope Francis' recent appointment of three African cardinals is indeed a positive step towards inclusivity, it also highlights the long-standing issue of the slow and inadequate representation of Africa within the College of Cardinals. Despite Africa being home to the fastest-growing Catholic population, with vibrant and dynamic Catholic communities, the lack of African cardinals has been a cause for concern among many Africans.

Russian mercenaries, conveyed in the appearance of unarmed military consultants, drove government powers into a fight during a hostile to remove rebels from a few towns in January and February, the report found. What's more, as well as committing mishandles, the Russian agents laid down a good foundation for themselves in the significant mining communities of a country with huge stores of jewels.