A selection of the week’s best photos from across Africa:
In Egypt, temple guardian Abdel Karim welcomed visitors to the ancient temple where the sun’s rays illuminated the statue of Pharaoh Ramses II on Tuesday. This solar alignment is a rare event that occurs only twice a year.
Meanwhile, in Cameroon, supporters of the ruling CPDM party greeted the 91-year-old President Paul Biya upon his return. His health has been a topic of concern and speculation for quite some time.
On Wednesday in Libya, participants at the Ghadames Festival engaged in traditional basket weaving, showcasing their cultural heritage. Music also filled the air as musicians donned traditional attire to celebrate the city’s artistic legacy. Young girls captured attention as they posed for photos in beautiful traditional costumes during the festivities.
A unique exhibit was on display at Morocco’s Atlas Studios earlier in the week, featuring a collection of colorful dial-up landline telephones, intriguing visitors on the guided tour.
In Uganda, young Buddhist monks lined up to receive offerings from the community during Kathina celebrations. This event holds significant meaning in the Buddhist calendar and is a part of the ongoing mission to spread mindfulness meditation throughout Africa.
Meanwhile, in South Africa, kite enthusiasts prepared for the upcoming Cape Town International Kite Festival, which aims to raise funds for mental health support. Among the participants were Tunisian women, who had traveled to join in the festivities.
In Ivory Coast, participants at the Abidjan Border Forum performed in a cultural showcase to discuss important issues related to border governance and shared resources.
In Morocco, the impacts of recent torrential rains were still evident, with flooding affecting numerous communities. This was a grim reminder of the challenges faced by residents in water-stressed regions of the country.
Senegal also saw significant flooding, with schools affected by rising waters as residents navigated submerged areas in canoes. The devastating weather events left many communities dealing with the aftermath.
In Nigeria, locals maneuvered through flooded streets in canoes, highlighting the widespread impact of the recent heavy rains.
On a distinctly different note, Zambia’s Under-17 women’s soccer team arrived at a stadium in the Dominican Republic, full of optimism for their match against Japan during the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
In Mozambique, mourners gathered for a vigil following the tragic shooting of two aides to the opposition candidate after a contested election. Their deaths stirred fear and concern over violence in the political landscape.
Finally, in Kenya, emergency responders were called to a collapsed residential building in Nairobi, where residents feared being trapped after a structural failure left two people unaccounted for.
This week in Africa reminds us of the vibrant cultures, challenges, and resilience that characterize the continent.
