Pearce Paul Creasman, an underwater archaeologist, explored the murky depths of Sudan's pyramids.

High temperatures have been a big talking point at the Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt - but will the knock-out stages feature more goals now that the afternoon kicks-offs have gone?

The ruling military council and an opposition alliance agree to a three-year transition to civilian rule.

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