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Africa Week in Pictures: December 13-19, 2024

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This week’s selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond:

Rajesh Jantilal/AFP South African aquarist Mthubishi Mlambo dresses as Santa Claus while feeding stingrays underwater - Wednesday, December 18, 2024Rajesh Jantilal/AFP

South African aquarist Mthobisi Mlambo poses as Santa with a spiny ray during a show at Durban’s Ushaka Seaworld, Africa’s largest marine park.

Regnan Koula/EPA A vendor sets up Christmas and New Year decorations at a roadside stall in Abidjan, Ivory Coast - Thursday, December 19, 2024.Regnan Koula / EPA

Ivory Coast’s Abidjan market is also filled with festive spirit, with hawkers stocking up on endless Christmas goods in preparation for the holiday.

Mohamed Elshahed/Getty Images Two runners run side by side during the Maraquez Pyramid Half Marathon in Giza, Egypt's largest city - Saturday, December 14, 2024Mohamed Elshahed/Getty Images

On Saturday, runners from all over the world will compete in Giza’s Maraquez Pyramid Half Marathon, set in Egypt’s ancient pyramid wonders…

Sayed Hassan / Getty Images Tourists ride camels with the pyramids in the background in Giza, Egypt.Saeed Hassan/Getty Images

Tourists and camels pose during the marathon.

Mahmoud Elkwas/Getty Images Workers throw chunks of limestone onto a very large pile at a quarry in Minya, Egypt - Saturday, December 14, 2024Mahmoud Elkwas/Getty Images

On the same day, in southern Egypt, workers were collecting limestone at the “White Mountain” quarry near the city of Minya.

Kim Ludbrook/EPA Aerial performers in neon bodysuits perform their routine in front of an audience at an all-human circus in Johannesburg, South Africa - Monday, December 16, 2024.Kim Ludbrook/EPA

Aerial performers put on a dazzling performance at an all-human circus in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Monday.

Daniel Irungu / EPA A model wearing a dress inspired by paper plates and cutlery poses at the 11th South Sudan Theater Awards 2024 (STA) held in Nairobi, Kenya on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. Show off your work.Daniel Irungu/EPA

A model shows off a dress inspired by paper plates and cutlery at the 11th South Sudan Theater Awards 2024 (STA) in Nairobi, Kenya on Wednesday.

Daniel Irungu/EPA A Maasai woman in traditional costume looks at the camera as she attends a social sporting event called the Masai Olympics in Kajiado, Kenya - Saturday, December 14th.Daniel Irungu/EPA

The vibrant beauty of the Maasai tribe shines through as women don traditional costumes at a lively social and sporting event called the Maasai Olympics in Kajiado, Kenya…

Daniel Irungu/EPA A Maasai warrior is caught mid-air while competing in a high jump event in Kajiado, Kenya - Saturday, December 14, 2024Daniel Irungu/EPA

Maasai warriors compete in a traditional high jump competition…

Daniel Irungu / EPA Winners lift the trophy while celebrating their overall victory at the social sporting event called Maasai Olympics 2024 - Saturday, December 14, 2024Daniel Irungu/EPA

The village of Mbirikani Manyatta is celebrating being named the overall winner of the 2024 Maasai Olympics by hoisting the victory trophy.

From the BBC in Africa this week:

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Adnan is a passionate doctor from Pakistan with a keen interest in exploring the world of politics, sports, and international affairs. As an avid reader and lifelong learner, he is deeply committed to sharing insights, perspectives, and thought-provoking ideas. His journey combines a love for knowledge with an analytical approach to current events, aiming to inspire meaningful conversations and broaden understanding across a wide range of topics.

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