From Palestinian flags held high in Abuja to drums beating a thousand times for a ceasefire in Gaza, here’s our weekly photo dump
Abuja, Nigeria – Banners and Palestinian flags are raised in a show of anger outside the US embassy.
Johannesburg, South Africa – Protesters beat home demands for a Gaza ceasefire at the ‘One thousand drums for Palestine’ event.
Cairo, Egypt – Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, meets with European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen. They announced a €7.4-billion financial package to boost energy trade and slash migration to Europe.
Nairobi, Kenya – Healthcare workers demand the government keeps its promise of permanent employment after three years of service.
Cap Skirring, Senegal – Supporters cheer at a campaign event for recently-released opposition leader Ousmane Sonko.
Gedaref, Sudan – Muslims in the war-torn country wait to break their fast during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. Sudan faces the spectre of famine as the conflict continues and food supplies diminish.
Soweto, South Africa – Environmental activists rally against state-owned Energy firm Eskom over air pollution from coal use.
Mogadishu, Somalia – Somali National Army troops take a break during a session at the General Dhagabadan Training Centre.
Minova, DR Congo – Two boys rest in a church where more than 200 war-displaced families are taking refuge in Eastern DRC. Hundreds of thousands remain without aid as armed rebel groups spread havoc across the region.
Beijing, China – Chinese President Xi Jinping holds a welcome ceremony for Angola President Joao Lourenco.