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

A young fancy dress contestant - wearing a pumpkin mask, toy gun, black blazer and afro puffs - waits to take part in in the best-dressed competition during the annual Halloween party at the George Hay Park. The event aims to raise funds to maintain and improve the neighborhood's green spaces.A young fancy dress contestant - wearing a pumpkin mask, toy gun, black blazer and afro puffs - waits to take part in in the best-dressed competition during the annual Halloween party at the George Hay Park. The event aims to raise funds to maintain and improve the neighborhood's green spaces.

On Saturday it’s time for the best-dressed competition at a Halloween community fundraiser in Johannesburg, South Africa. [Kim Ludbrook / EPA]

Ethiopian athlete Yomif Kejelcha lays on his back with his legs splayed open after breaking a new world record with a time of 57 minutes and 30 seconds, during the Valencia's Half Marathon held in Valencia.Ethiopian athlete Yomif Kejelcha lays on his back with his legs splayed open after breaking a new world record with a time of 57 minutes and 30 seconds, during the Valencia's Half Marathon held in Valencia.

The next day, Ethiopian runner Yomif Kejelcha collapses on the ground after breaking the world record in Spain’s Valencia half-marathon. [Biel Alino / EPA]

A make-up artist applies powder to a model's face with a brush backstage during the Lagos Fashion Week on 25 October. Lagos Fashion Week runs from 24 to 27 October and showcases designs from Nigerian and African fashion designers.A make-up artist applies powder to a model's face with a brush backstage during the Lagos Fashion Week on 25 October. Lagos Fashion Week runs from 24 to 27 October and showcases designs from Nigerian and African fashion designers.

A model is made up before taking to the catwalk on Friday… [Emmanuel Adegboye / EPA]

A guest wearing a lilac minidress walks down a bright yellow staircase during a private fashion show of the brand Kadiju during Lagos Fashion Week on 27 October.A guest wearing a lilac minidress walks down a bright yellow staircase during a private fashion show of the brand Kadiju during Lagos Fashion Week on 27 October.

Lagos Fashion Week kicks off on Thursday… [Olympia de Maismont / AFP]

Two models wearing checkerboard beaded clothing by Nigerian designer Bubu Ogisi at Iamisigo brand pose ahead of a private fashion show to launch the Spring- Summer 2025 collection during Lagos Fashion Week, on 27 October.Two models wearing checkerboard beaded clothing by Nigerian designer Bubu Ogisi at Iamisigo brand pose ahead of a private fashion show to launch the Spring- Summer 2025 collection during Lagos Fashion Week, on 27 October.

Among the designers being showcased are Bubu Ogisi of the Iamisigo brand… [Olympia de Maismont / AFP]

A man and a woman dressed in red and black pose for a photograph as they arrive at the Federal Palace Hotel for Lagos Fashion Week on 26 October.A man and a woman dressed in red and black pose for a photograph as they arrive at the Federal Palace Hotel for Lagos Fashion Week on 26 October.

And guests to the shows wear their own distinctive looks too. [Olympia de Maismont / AFP]

Algerian dancers perform in the artistic show 'Roh Al Djaazair', 'the spirit of Algeria', which depicts the struggle for independence by the Algerian people during the 70th anniversary of Algerian Revolution Day in Algiers.Algerian dancers perform in the artistic show 'Roh Al Djaazair', 'the spirit of Algeria', which depicts the struggle for independence by the Algerian people during the 70th anniversary of Algerian Revolution Day in Algiers.

On Wednesday in Algiers, dancers perform a show called The Spirit of Algeria to mark the country’s 70th anniversary of independence from France. [Billel Bensalem / Getty Images]

Senegalese skateboarders stand with their boards at the country's first skate park, which is is filled with young people and children almost every day of the week.Senegalese skateboarders stand with their boards at the country's first skate park, which is is filled with young people and children almost every day of the week.

Young skateboarders take turns on Saturday… [Cem Ozdel / Getty Images]

A young skateboarder performs a flip in the air while others look on.A young skateboarder performs a flip in the air while others look on.

This skate park in Senegal’s capital city, Dakar, has been a popular hangout since it opened two years ago. [Cem Ozdel / Getty Images]

Miniature boxing gloves that are given to the winners are displayed during the closing of 2024 African Boxing Championships in Kinshasa.Miniature boxing gloves that are given to the winners are displayed during the closing of 2024 African Boxing Championships in Kinshasa.

The same day in the Democratic Republic of Congo, miniature boxing-glove trophies are lined up, ready for the winners of the 2024 African Boxing Championships. [Justin Makangara / Reuters]

A boy plays at the feet of a statue of former South African President Nelson Mandela on Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton, Johannesburg.A boy plays at the feet of a statue of former South African President Nelson Mandela on Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton, Johannesburg.

In Johannesburg on Tuesday, this giant statue of late president and anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela leaves big shoes to fill. [Esa Alexander / Reuters]

Tourists snorkel among the Red Sea's natural reefs and corals in Hurghada, among a school of fish.Tourists snorkel among the Red Sea's natural reefs and corals in Hurghada, among a school of fish.

On the same day, a school of fish swim near snorkelling tourists in a coral reef off the Egyptian coast. [Olivier Hoslet / EPA]

Posters during a picket to hand over a memorandum to the National Prosecuting Authority, demanding that the NPA prioritise the prosecution of Qedani Mahlangu (the former Gauteng Health MEC) and Dr. Makgabo Manamela (the former Director of Mental Health in Gauteng) for their roles in the Life Esidimeni tragedy.Posters during a picket to hand over a memorandum to the National Prosecuting Authority, demanding that the NPA prioritise the prosecution of Qedani Mahlangu (the former Gauteng Health MEC) and Dr. Makgabo Manamela (the former Director of Mental Health in Gauteng) for their roles in the Life Esidimeni tragedy.

South African protesters on Tuesday call on the authorities to prosecute two top health officials for the deaths of 144 mental health inpatients who died in deplorable conditions, in a case known as the Life Esidimeni tragedy. [Lefty Shivambu / Getty Images]

A protester holds a sign that reads 'Today it's Sudan, Tomorrow it will be US' during a demonstration. A protester holds a sign that reads 'Today it's Sudan, Tomorrow it will be US' during a demonstration.

The next day in the UK, demonstrators demand an end to the civil war in Sudan and condemn the UAE’s support for the paramilitary RSF group. The UAE denies its involvement but various bodies including the UN have uncovered evidence. [Martin Pope / Getty Images]

Demonstrators carry placards and flags while they march from Marques de Pombal square to Praça dos Restauradores to protest he death of Cape Verdean immigrant.Demonstrators carry placards and flags while they march from Marques de Pombal square to Praça dos Restauradores to protest he death of Cape Verdean immigrant.

Days after a Cape Verdean immigrant is shot dead by a police officer on the streets of Lisbon, Portugal, outraged residents call for justice. [Horacio Vilalobos / Getty Images]

Visitors observe the red sculpture "Ghosting" by Congolese artist Sandra Mujinga at the opening of the new Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw.Visitors observe the red sculpture "Ghosting" by Congolese artist Sandra Mujinga at the opening of the new Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw.

Ghosting is the name of this piece by Congolese artist Sandra Mujinga, on display at the new Museum of Modern Art in Poland on Friday. [Jaap Arriens / Getty Images]

Lebohang Motaung, Job Kubatsi & Sello Maake KaNcube at the opening of The Suit at Theatre On The Square in Sandton, South Africa. The timeless South African classic delves into themes of love, betrayal, and resilience in the face of apartheid-era hardships. Lebohang Motaung, Job Kubatsi & Sello Maake KaNcube at the opening of The Suit at Theatre On The Square in Sandton, South Africa. The timeless South African classic delves into themes of love, betrayal, and resilience in the face of apartheid-era hardships.

The Suit, a classic of South African theatre, is performed by Lebohang Motaung, Job Kubatsi, Sello Maake KaNcube and others in Johannesburg on Wednesday. [Oupa Bopape / Getty Images]

A general view of a usually busy street in Maputo on 31 October, during the first day of the nationwide strike called by Mozambique's opposition leader Venancio Mondlane, 50, of the small Podemos party. A general view of a usually busy street in Maputo on 31 October, during the first day of the nationwide strike called by Mozambique's opposition leader Venancio Mondlane, 50, of the small Podemos party.

There is eerie quiet in Mozambique’s capital Maputo on Thursday, despite protest organisers urging citizens to continue their fight against the disputed election result. Internet access has been restricted in the country, say international watchdogs. [Alfredo Zuinga / AFP]

Young man holding Traditional Oud Instrument at workshop belonging to Khaled Azzouz, a longtime maker of the traditional oud instrument. The instruments are piled up in rows next to a wall. Young man holding Traditional Oud Instrument at workshop belonging to Khaled Azzouz, a longtime maker of the traditional oud instrument. The instruments are piled up in rows next to a wall.

On the same day in Cairo, craftsmen carve and shape ouds – a type of Egyptian stringed musical instrument. [Ahmad Hasaballah / Getty Images]

Ivorian designer Roger Bango (R) acknowledges the applause after France's Paris 2024 Paralympic flag bearer Nantenin Keita (2nd R) presenting a model created by him during the chocolate dress parade of the opening day of the Salon du Chocolat de Paris 2024 (2024 Paris Chocolate Fair) in Paris.Ivorian designer Roger Bango (R) acknowledges the applause after France's Paris 2024 Paralympic flag bearer Nantenin Keita (2nd R) presenting a model created by him during the chocolate dress parade of the opening day of the Salon du Chocolat de Paris 2024 (2024 Paris Chocolate Fair) in Paris.

Ivorian designer Roger Bango, right, presents this dress made of chocolate at the 2024 Paris Chocolate Fair in France on Tuesday. [Stephane de Sakutin / AFP]

Italo-Tunisian rapper Ghali (Ghali Amdouni) performs live at Unipol Forum. Milan (Italy).Italo-Tunisian rapper Ghali (Ghali Amdouni) performs live at Unipol Forum. Milan (Italy).

Italian-Tunisian rapper Ghali performs in Milan on the same day. [Pamela Rovaris / Getty Images]

An attendee parades an outfit adorned with rainbow-colored wings during the 2024 edition of the Johannesburg Pride.An attendee parades an outfit adorned with rainbow-colored wings during the 2024 edition of the Johannesburg Pride.

And earlier that day revellers in South Africa join Johannesburg Pride. [Marco Longari / AFP]

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