Fashion Africa’s week in pictures: 25 – 31 October 2024 Published 6 hours ago on November 1, 2024 By Admin Share Tweet A selection of the week’s best photos from across the African continent and beyond: Kim Ludbrook / EPA On Saturday it’s time for the best-dressed competition at a Halloween community fundraiser in Johannesburg, South Africa. Biel Alino / EPA The next day, Ethiopian runner Yomif Kejelcha collapses on the ground after breaking the world record in Spain’s Valencia half-marathon. Emmanuel Adegboye / EPA A model is made up before taking to the catwalk on Friday… Olympia de Maismont / AFP Lagos Fashion Week kicks off on Thursday… Olympia de Maismont / AFP Among the designers being showcased are Bubu Ogisi of the Iamisigo brand… Olympia de Maismont / AFP And guests to the shows wear their own distinctive looks too. Billel Bensalem / Getty Images On Wednesday in Algiers, dancers perform a show called The Spirit of Algeria to mark the country’s 70th anniversary of independence from France. Cem Ozdel / Getty Images Young skateboarders take turns on Saturday… Cem Ozdel / Getty Images This skate park in Senegal’s capital city, Dakar, has been a popular hangout since it opened two years ago. Justin Makangara / Reuters 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. Esa Alexander / Reuters In Johannesburg on Tuesday, this giant statue of late president and anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela leaves big shoes to fill. Olivier Hoslet / EPA On the same day, a school of fish swim near snorkelling tourists in a coral reef off the Egyptian coast. Lefty Shivambu / Getty Images 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. Martin Pope / Getty Images 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. Horacio Vilalobos / Getty Images Days after a Cape Verdean immigrant is shot dead by a police officer on the streets of Lisbon, Portugal, outraged residents call for justice. Jaap Arriens / Getty Images 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. Oupa Bopape / Getty Images The Suit, a classic of South African theatre, is performed by Lebohang Motaung, Job Kubatsi, Sello Maake KaNcube and others in Johannesburg on Wednesday. Alfredo Zuinga / AFP 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. Ahmad Hasaballah / Getty Images On the same day in Cairo, craftsmen carve and shape ouds – a type of Egyptian stringed musical instrument. Stephane de Sakutin / AFP Ivorian designer Roger Bango, right, presents this dress made of chocolate at the 2024 Paris Chocolate Fair in France on Tuesday. Pamela Rovaris / Getty Images Italian-Tunisian rapper Ghali performs in Milan on the same day. Marco Longari / AFP And earlier that day revellers in South Africa join Johannesburg Pride. From the BBC in Africa this week: Getty Images/BBC Related Topics: Up Next Liz Martinez unveils unforgettable bridal collection at New York Fashion Week Don't Miss Register by Nov. 5 to attend the third Highland Heights Men’s & Women’s Fashion Show and Tea Continue Reading Latest Jobs19 mins ago US employers add just 12K jobs in October — lowest total since 2020 Fashion20 mins ago PXG Launches Exclusive Apparel Pop-Up Store within Scottsdale Fashion Square’s Luxury Wing Fitness29 mins ago Health and Fitness Manufacturers at the Forefront of Product Development at the 136th Canton Fair Shopping37 mins ago Cybersecurity expert explains how you can stay safe while holiday shopping Shopping40 mins ago Shop #BookTok creator’s top fantasy book recommendations here Entertainment40 mins ago Entertainment Everywhere: A Special Report Travel40 mins ago Surviving Holiday Travel With Kids: Tips From The Experts Sports49 mins ago Carolina Athletics introduces alcohol sales at basketball, Olympic sports events this month Jobs52 mins ago US employers added just 12,000 jobs in October Jobs53 mins ago US employers added just 12,000 jobs last month as hurricanes and strikes sharply reduce payrolls