Africa’s week in pictures: 11 – 17 September 2020

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

Chad officer briefly freed by family in court fracas

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The military officer had just been sentenced for murder when relatives hauled him out of the dock.

To code-switch or not to code-switch?

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Many black people feel that they have to code-switch when entering white majority spaces.

Barbara Gonzalez: The CEO changing perceptions in Tanzanian football

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The CEO of Tanzanian champions Simba Barbara Gonzalez is changing how young women are seen in football administration.

Coronavirus: South Africa eases strict lockdown as cases drop

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From 20 September a curfew will be eased, bigger gatherings allowed, and alcohol will be on sale.

Uganda jail break: Manhunt for ‘naked’ Moroto prisoners

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Seven fugitives are captured after more than 200 inmates escaped on Wednesday.

Al-Shabab militant jailed for attack on US base in Kenya

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The al-Shabab member has been sentenced to life in prison for his role in the attack in Kenya.

Unicef condemns jailing of Nigeria teen for ‘blasphemy’

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The 13-year-old was sentenced to 10 years in prison for blasphemy by an Islamic court in Kano.

Coronavirus: Every African nation seeks help from Fifa’s Covid fund

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All 54 of Africa's Fifa members apply for a grant set up to help federations survive the financial impact of coronavirus.

US sanctions Gambia’s ex-First Lady Zineb Jammeh

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Zineb Jammeh's assets in the US are blocked as her husband is accused of stealing at least $50m.