A vessel carrying aid to Palestinians leaves Cyprus for a U.S.-built pier off Gaza. U.S. officials said the vessel will be used to offload supplies onto the floating pier built to expedite aid into the besieged enclave. It is Teacher Appreciation Week in the United States, to honor educators for their work in schools and universities. We will bring you the story of a teacher who has designed a curriculum to inspire teachers across Africa. And–in our entertainment report, the Madaraka Festival tours 13 cities across the U.S. in June to celebrate East African music, culture and community. Simon Javan Okelo and award-winning singer, Naomi Achu join Heather Maxwell for a live performance. All this and much more, coming up on today’s Africa 54!