Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo have wished Pope Francis a speedy recovery and said they would continue to wait for him to visit the country.
Government spokesperson and Minister of Communication and Media Patrick Muyaya wished the Holy Father a speedy recovery.
In the meantime, on behalf of the Congolese people, the Government wishes Pope Francis a speedy recovery, reassuring the Holy Sea that the Democratic Republic of Congo will continue to firmly await his visit, which was at the invitation of His Excellency the President of the Republic, Felix Tshilombo Tshisekedi.
The Holy See Press Office announced Friday that Pope Francis had postponed the Apostolic Journey to the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan due to health reasons. END