Maverick Life

A new pope is chosen: A look back on the jostling for the papacy and the conclave’s history

By Colin Rose

World

Cardinals enter seclusion before secret conclave to elect new pope

By Joshua McElwee and Crispian Balmer

South Africa

South Africa mourns death of Pope Francis, a unifying figure and a voice for the poor

By Kristin Engel

Maverick News

Pope Francis, who shook up Catholic Church with simplicity, raising conservative ire, has died at 88

By Reuters

Maverick Life

Demonstrators and police clash in Maputo, and more from around the world

By Maverick Life Editors

Africa

Southern African Catholic Bishops — we will implement same-sex blessings

By Russell Pollitt

World

Pope Francis approves blessings for same-sex couples under certain conditions

By Reuters

World

Pope admitted to hospital for pulmonary infection

By Reuters

World

Benedict XVI, the pope whose resignation shook the Catholic world, dies at 95

By Bloomberg

World

Catholic world awash with speculation of Pope Francis’ resignation, but scepticism is called for

By Russell Pollitt

South Africa

Cost-cutting: South Africa to close ten embassies, consulates

By Peter Fabricius

Business Maverick

Seeing the light: Anglo CEO says industry is seeking guidance from faith leaders on social issues

By Ed Stoddard