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Pope’s historic visit to Central African Republic (CAR) must address sectarian conflict

 In more than two years of violence, thousands have been killed and at least 900,000 displaced. Civilians remain under severe threat of violence and serious human rights abuses – including killings, sexual assaults and looting.    Pope’s historic visit to Central African Republic (CAR) must address sectarian conflict

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