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China Daily Africa | Updated: 2017-03-10 08:47

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DROUGHT THREAT: A herder stands in a water hole to collect water for his cattle in Laikipia County, Kenya, on March 1. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization has warned that Kenya faces severe drought and with it a rise in food insecurity. Current estimates show more than 2 million people do not have food security. Pan Siwei / Xinhua

WATER CRISIS: A family build a makeshift house on the outskirts of Mogadishu, Somalia, on March 3 as they move on to cope with arid conditions. The International Organization for Migration has launched an appeal for $24.6 million to help more than a million Somalis affected by drought. Faisal Isse / Xinhua

NATURE STUDY: Students visit an exhibition during celebrations for World Wildlife Day in Nakuru, Kenya, on March 3. UN World Wildlife Day, which takes place globally each year, provides an opportunity to emphasize the importance of protecting wild animals and plants. This year's theme - "Listen to the Young Voices" - highlights the critical role of youth in wildlife conservation. Li Baishun / Xinhua

BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES: Workers on a construction site in Addis Ababa, capital of Ethiopia, March 6. The construction of roads and the railway project in Ethiopia have opened employment opportunities for many local people. Michael Tewelde / Xinhua

VICTORY CELEBRATED: Patriots take part in a parade marking the 121st anniversary of the Victory of Adwa against Italy by the Ethiopian Empire. The event was held in Adwa town, in Tigray state, Ethiopia, on March 2. Michael Tewelde / Xinhua

GLAMOUR GIRLS: Candidates take part in the 15th Miss University Burkina Faso 2017 beauty pageant in the banquet hall of Ouaga 2000, in Ouagadougou, capital of Burkina Faso, on March 3. The 20 competitors wore traditional dress, African outfits and modern clothing. Remi Zoeringre / Xinhua

(China Daily Africa Weekly 03/10/2017 page5)