From celebrations to farewells, experience the rich tapestry of African life through stunning photography.
**Celebrating Africa: A Week of Colorful Events and Milestones**
**Celebrating Africa: A Week of Colorful Events and Milestones**
A vibrant roundup of the week's most compelling images capturing the social pulse of Africa.
A selection of this week's standout moments across the African continent and beyond features an array of emotions and stories:
Olympia de Maismont / AFP: A man enjoys a private viewing at the +234 Art fair, an exciting cultural event held at the Ecobank Pan-African Center in Nigeria's economic center, Lagos.
Esa Alexander / Reuters: In Cape Town, South Africa, Ebrahim Rasool, the recently expelled ambassador, returns to a rousing welcome at the airport after his removal from the US amid diplomatic tensions with Donald Trump's administration.
Ibrahim Mohammed Ishak / Reuters: Thursday witnessed celebrations in Port Sudan as a jubilant citizen waved his national flag high following the army's successful effort to regain control of the capital, Khartoum.
Gradel Muyisa Mumbere / Reuters: A somber atmosphere enveloped the city of Beni in the northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo as mourners gathered for the funeral of beloved musician Delphin Katembo Vinywasiki, affectionately known as Delcat Idengo. The memorial service was marked by a unique purple-themed tribute, featuring a car-shaped casket fitting for a star.
Emmanuel Adegboye / EPA: Anyone familiar with Osogbo in Nigeria's southwest region couldn't miss the appearance of the local superhero, Nigerian Spider-Man. This community figure passionately advocates for environmental causes, heroically tackling litter and waste issues.
Patrick Meinhardt / AFP: In a display of national pride, a Senegalese supporter adorned in the country's colors joyfully celebrated Senegal's impressive win against Togo during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Africa qualifiers at the Abdoulaye Wade Stadium in Diamniadio.
Philimon Bulawayo/ Reuters: In Harare, Zimbabwe, the newly appointed head of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Kirsty Coventry, arrived to a warm reception at the Robert Mugabe International Airport, marking a significant event for the sports community in the nation.
Wikus De Wet / AFP: In Johannesburg, South Africa, puppeteers conducted a rehearsal featuring a puppet inspired by Michael K, showcasing a unique performance at The Market Theatre as part of the city's vibrant arts scene.
From the BBC's Africa coverage this week: South Africa's influence on the Oxford English Dictionary, the rise of Bitcoin in remote Zambia, expressions of regret regarding skin-lightening creams, the potential socio-economic divide caused by Nigerians abroad, and pivotal moments in the ongoing struggle for Khartoum.
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