Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass before a crowd of more than 100,000 people in Cameroon on Friday, delivering remarks that touched on social and economic issues facing the nation.

According to NBC News, the Pope used the occasion to criticize the uneven distribution of wealth during his address to the large gathering. Reuters reported that the Pope also urged Cameroon to reject violence during the same Mass.

The event drew an estimated 120,000 attendees, making it one of the largest gatherings during the Pope's visit to the Central African nation. The Mass represents a significant moment in the Pope's ongoing engagement with African countries and their social challenges.

Both wealth inequality and violence have been persistent issues in Cameroon, a country that has faced economic challenges and regional conflicts in recent years. The Pope's address appears to have directly engaged with these local concerns while speaking to the massive crowd of faithful.

The papal visit to Cameroon continues the Catholic Church's focus on Africa, where the Church has seen significant growth in recent decades and where many nations face similar socioeconomic challenges.