A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.

Issa Hayatou, who spent 29 years as president of the Confederation of African Football, dies at the age of 77.

Botswana's Letsile Tebogo claims a surprise 200m gold as American Noah Lyles is denied an Olympic sprint double at Paris 2024.

Rwanda’s only official parkour athlete, Niyonzima Alfred, on the dedication it takes to reach the top of the sport.

Businesses in the capital shut after the president's critics called on people to take to the streets.

France U18 player Medhi Narjissi has been "swept away by a wave" while swimming off Cape Town in South Africa, says the French Rugby Federation.

Chidimma Adetshina says she has taken the decision for her and family's safety and well-being.

As breaking makes its Olympic debut in Paris, Africa's first dancer to compete explains her love for the sport and challenges she has faced.

Annette Echikunwoke was denied a chance to represent Nigeria at Tokyo 2020, but has now won an Olympic silver medal for the United States.