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Africans turning compulsory masks into fashion accessories

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Fashion lovers in Africa are combining style with safety by donning colourful masks, sometimes coordinating the fabric with their outfits. Most African countries have made it compulsory to wear masks in public to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
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