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Each morning, Daybreak Africa looks at the latest developments on the continent, starting with headline news and providing in-depth interviews, reports from VOA correspondents, sports news as well as listener comments.

African Beat showcases the latest and the greatest of contemporary African music and conversation. From Benga to Juju, Hip Life to Bongo Flava, Bubu to Soukous and more, host David Vandy has his finger on the pulse of the hottest African music and related issues today.

Coming up on Africa News Tonight: Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov Wednesday wrapped up is Africa tour during which he lashed out at Western countries and further emphasized Moscow’s support for the continent and interests in strengthening ties; Former Burkina Faso President Blaise Compaore apologized to the family of his late predecessor Thomas Sankara who was gunned down during the 1987 coup that brought Compaore to power.

In a special edition of Sonny Side of Sports, we take a look at some classic tunes that have made their way into stadiums and arenas around the world.

On this fresh, fast-paced show VOA's Jackson Mvunganyi talks to teens and young adults about politics, trends, lifestyles, health, entertainment, and other issues touching listeners’ lives. For more on Upfront visit www.upfrontafrica.com

Coming up on Africa News Tonight: Millions of Kenyans were glued to their screens on Tuesday to watch a presidential debate where Deputy President William Ruto fielded questions alone after his main rival Raila Odinga snubbed the debate; Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera Tuesday launched a nationwide anti-corruption campaign which has been met with skepticism by critics who say past efforts have failed to stamp out official fraud.

Join veteran journalist Hayde Adams on Straight Talk Africa every Wednesday as he and his guests discuss topics of special interest to Africans, including politics, economic development, press freedom, health, social issues and conflict resolution.