Heatwaves and hand-to-hand combat: Africa’s top shots

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

Ethiopia has finished building mega-dam on Nile, PM says

The dam on the Blue Nile has caused major tensions with Egypt and Sudan, and raised fears of war.

Angélique Kidjo first black African to get Hollywood Walk of Fame star

Africa's "premier diva" has been honoured after more than 40 years in the industry.

Big shake-up in Nigerian politics as heavyweights join forces

The two main opposition leaders have split from their parties to contest the next election under a new banner.

Big shake-up in Nigerian politics as heavyweights join forces

The two main opposition leaders have split from their parties to contest the next election under a new banner.

Big shake-up in Nigerian politics as heavyweights join forces

The two main opposition leaders have split from their parties to contest the next election under a new banner.

Tanzanian PM to step down in surprise move

His unexpected withdrawal has sparked speculation of a power struggle within the ruling party.

How Wafcon 2024 will be ‘a dream’ for underdogs Botswana

Botswana's Keitumetse Dithebe says the lowest-ranked side at Wafcon 2024 carry belief after reaching the last eight on their debut.

How Wafcon 2024 will be ‘a dream’ for underdogs Botswana

Botswana's Keitumetse Dithebe says the lowest-ranked side at Wafcon 2024 carry belief after reaching the last eight on their debut.

How Wafcon 2024 will be ‘a dream’ for underdogs Botswana

Botswana's Keitumetse Dithebe says the lowest-ranked side at Wafcon 2024 carry belief after reaching the last eight on their debut.