Zambia: If you want to get ahead, get a hat – a young boy uses an uprooted plant as a perfect form of headgear. From Christopher J, Chipata

Ghana: A pack of hunting dogs cool off in a pool of water after a hunt in the forest of Afianya, about an hour's drive from the capital, Accra. From Amasaba Aluizah, Accra

Sierra Leone: Laying down roots – the term 'tree house' gets a new meaning. From Momo F Turay, Moyamba Town

Nigeria: An armed policeman peers through the gates of The Guardian newspaper offices in Lagos during a protest by journalists. From Sunday Ohwo, Lagos

Uganda: Today the park, tomorrow the World Cup – a team of young football hopefuls in Namulonge pose for the camera. From Tobias Oker, Kampala

Lesotho: Relaxed telephone manner at an open-air booth with a view. From David P Ambrose, Ha Maama