Kenya's Viola Lagat will be driven by the desire to win for slain compatriot Agnes Tirop in Sunday's New York Marathon.
There has been a communications blackout in Ethiopa's Tigray region since the start of the conflict.
Holders Mamelodi Sundowns all but sealed a Women's African Champions League semi-final place after thrashing Wadi Degla 5-0.
A selection of the best photos from across Africa and beyond this week.
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