Many people want to know who will be the next pope. The pope is the leader of the Catholic Church. There are many cardinals from different countries who can become the next pope. The cardinals will meet and choose one person to be the new pope.

Some cardinals are from Italy, Africa, Asia, America, and Europe. Each cardinal has different ideas and experiences. Some cardinals are old, and some are younger. Some cardinals are more traditional, and some want to make changes in the Church.

It is not easy to know who will be the next pope. The cardinals will talk and vote many times. The new pope can be from any country. The decision is very important for the Catholic Church and for many people around the world.