Africa’s top shots

A selection of the best photos from across Africa and of Africans this week.

The firm making animals out of rubbish

Using recycled glass, one company in Swaziland has been making ornaments for 30 years.

Tunisian women free to marry non-Muslims

A presidential spokeswoman congratulated women on gaining "the freedom to choose one's spouse".

Sierra Leone mudslide: Freetown man lost eight family members

Thomas Benson lost eight family members in the mudslide that hit Sierra Leone's capital a month ago.

Wild land

Uganda took in more refugees than any other country last year and provided them all with land. But they have to clear it and build a home themselves.

Libya-IRA reparations fund call rejected

A group of MPs wanted a fund for victims of IRA attacks in which Libyan-supplied weapons were used.

Sampha wins Mercury Prize for his debut album, Process

Former Drake collaborator Sampha wins the £25,000 prize for his intimate and soulful album, Process.

Sampha wins Mercury Prize for his debut album, Process

Former Drake collaborator Sampha wins the £25,000 prize for his intimate and soulful album, Process.

Senegal’s Diouf extends Stoke contract

Senegal international Mame Diouf signs a new three-year contract at Premier League side Stoke City.

Pape Souare: Crystal Palace defender speaks after horrific car crash

Crystal Palace defender Pape Souare speaks about being involved in a car accident one year ago, in which he was airlifted to hospital.