Cardinal Peter Turkson
Cardinal Peter Turkson is a Ghanaian cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church, known for his extensive work on social justice issues, including climate change and global inequality. As one of the leading figures from Africa within the Vatican, he has been considered a frontrunner for the papacy, and his candidacy highlights the growing influence of Africa in the Catholic Church.
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Cardinal Peter Turkson of Ghana is mentioned as being more progressive on social issues.
Church at crossroads as cardinals to select tradition or change
Kenya· 2025-05-07
Cardinal Peter Turkson is mentioned as a possible first African pope of the modern era.
Inside the world's most secret ballot
United Kingdom· 2025-05-06
Akwasi Attua has high hopes that Cardinal Peter Turkson might be chosen as the next pope.
Popemobile to become health clinic for Gaza childrenUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-05
Ghana’s Cardinal Peter Turkson is among the next in the odds to succeed Pope Francis.
Conclave to elect new pope starts May 7
Nigeria· 2025-04-28
Cardinal Peter Turkson of Ghana has long been considered a frontrunner for the papacy.
Is it time for a Black pope?Nigeria· 2025-04-25
Cardinal Peter Turkson is a prominent figure in the Catholic Church and a potential papal candidate.
Tundu Lissu - the fiery Tanzanian political survivor pushing for reformsUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-24
Ghanaian Cardinal Peter Turkson has held different roles at the Vatican, endearing him to many people around the world.
Africa is important to Trump, US envoy tells BBCUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-23
Cardinal Peter Turkson runs the pontifical academy of sciences and may influence the upcoming conclave.
Cardinals prepare to battle over the future direction of the Catholic Church
United States· 2025-04-23
Cardinal Peter Turkson of Ghana has long been considered a frontrunner for the papacy.
Is it time for a black Pope?Nigeria· 2025-04-23