Trees, tresses and teamwork: Africa’s top shots

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A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

Watchdog blames ‘disproportionate force’ by Kenya police for protest deaths

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The Ipoa links most of the 65 deaths over four days of demonstrations to actions by the police.

Benin names Spike Lee and wife ambassadors for African-Americans in the US

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They are expected to support initiatives to reconnect African descendants with their roots in the continent.

Inside the gold rush village hit by mine collapse tragedy

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Following the gold-rush in Lomera, the village population has increased from 1,500 to 12,000 in less than a year.

Former head of Central African football body jailed for war crimes

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Edouard Ngaïssona, along with Alfred Yekatom, was convicted of targeting CAR's Muslim population.

Can Le Court make women’s Tour history for Africa?

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As Kim le Court prepares for the "next level" Tour de France Femmes, the Mauritian could create more history for Africa's female cyclists.

Can Le Court make women’s Tour history for Africa?

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As Kim le Court prepares for the "next level" Tour de France Femmes, the Mauritian could create more history for Africa's female cyclists.

Furious protests at move to cement Togo ruling family’s grip on power after 58 years

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Faure Gnassingbé may no longer be president but he still pulls the strings - and no longer has to face elections.

Furious protests at move to cement Togo ruling family’s grip on power after 58 years

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Faure Gnassingbé may no longer be president but he still pulls the strings - and no longer has to face elections.

Furious protests at move to cement Togo ruling family’s grip on power

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Faure Gnassingbé may no longer be president but he still pulls the strings - and no longer has to face elections.