By Madalitso Mtukula
The new leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV, has said he will not receive a salary for his work as Pope.
This decision follows the example of the former Pope, Francis, who also chose not to get paid during his time in office.
The Vatican will still take care of all the Pope’s needs. This includes his home, food, transport, health care, and security. But Pope Leo XIV has refused the monthly salary, which is said to be around €30,000.
Even though he won’t take a salary, the Pope still uses things provided by the Church, such as official cars and a place to live. These are part of his position and not personal belongings. Experts say his total worth is about £12 million, mostly because of these Church resources.
Pope Leo XIV was elected in May 2025 after the death of Pope Francis. He is from U.S and is the first pope in United states of America. He has promised to focus on helping the poor and bringing peace.
The Pope wants to show that being a leader in the Church is about service, not wealth. Many people say this makes him more respected and closer to ordinary people.
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