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The Catholic Church in Kenya addressed concerns regarding Cardinal John Njue’s participation in the papal conclave following Pope Francis’ death. Although Cardinal Njue, 79, initially stated he had not been invited, Catholic officials later clarified he was invited but unable to attend due to health issues. He is one of only two cardinals, along with Spain’s Cardinal Antonio Cañizares, who will not partake in the election of the new pope, requiring a two-thirds majority from the eligible 135 cardinals to elect a successor.
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