Civilians bear brunt of rise in number of deaths and injuries from explosive devices in conflict zones including Syria, Gaza, Nigeria and Iraq

The global civilian death toll from explosive weapons has increased dramatically in recent years, driven in part by the greater use of aerial bombs on populated areas, often by governments including Syria and Israel, according to a report.

Funerals are usually very sombre occasions but in the Democratic Republic of Congo some comedians are bringing humour to the sad events.

Pictures of the high coiffure on the Ivorian catwalks

A fish tank pump is among some of the simple, locally designed medical equipment helping to save children's lives in African countries like Malawi.

Bomber, another assailant die in thwarted attack, Egyptian officials say.

Boko Haram militants killed at least 38 people in raids on two villages in Niger's Diffa region, ‎close to the border with Nigeria, according to a local lawmaker.

Arsenal football team may become Nigerian

Satirist asks who would make the perfect witchdoctor

Human flags, celebrating lionesses and Maasai cricketers

The soccer players of Koa Bosco have become accustomed to racial taunts. But the team of African migrants playing in Italy has the best response -- winning.

Africa's leaders are starting to address the issue of 'child brides,' but is it enough?

A controversial new report criticizes the Israeli military for its actions in Gaza in 2014. CNN's Oren Liebermann reports.

A court in Egypt has upheld a death sentence against the country's former President Mohamed Morsy.

Private equity firm joins forces with Sudanese billionaire Mo Ibrahim