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Africa Week in Pictures: December 13-19, 2024

By Adnan MaharDecember 20, 2024No Comments2 Mins Read2 Views

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

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.

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

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

Regnan Koula/EPA A vendor sets up Christmas and New Year decorations at a roadside stall in Abidjan, Ivory Coast - Thursday, December 19, 2024. — Ivory Coast’s Abidjan market is also filled with festive spirit, with hawkers stocking up on endless Christmas goods in preparation for the holiday.

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

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, 2024 — On Saturday, runners from all over the world will compete in Giza’s Maraquez Pyramid Half Marathon, set in Egypt’s ancient pyramid wonders…

Tourists and camels pose during the marathon.

Sayed Hassan / Getty Images Tourists ride camels with the pyramids in the background in Giza, Egypt. — Tourists and camels pose during the marathon.

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

Mahmoud Elkwas/Getty Images Workers throw chunks of limestone onto a very large pile at a quarry in Minya, Egypt - Saturday, December 14, 2024 — On the same day, in southern Egypt, workers were collecting limestone at the “White Mountain” quarry near the city of Minya.

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

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

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 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. — 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.

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 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. — 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…

Maasai warriors compete in a traditional high jump competition…

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

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

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

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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