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On Daybreak Africa: Liberian President George Weah fires telecommunications minister, however an opposition leader calls it a political retaliation. Plus, the governor of Lualaba Province in southwestern Democratic Republic of Congo, home to one of the largest deposits of cobalt and other minerals, says her region is open to partnership for a responsible and sustainable development. For this and more, stay tuned to Daybreak Africa!

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.

Africa News Tonight: United Nations officials today said they’re rushing to get aid to civilians caught in Sudan’s brutal war, now in its third week, and said the conflict is creating a massive humanitarian crisis. It’s World Press Freedom Day tomorrow, and rights groups say scores of African journalists continue to be jailed, even killed, in pursuit of the truth. Plus, authorities in Cameroon say anglophone rebels have attacked military posts near its port city of Douala, killing at least six people. For this and more, stay tuned to Africa News Tonight!

Lukeny Goncalves and 2022 Basketball Africa League finalist Petro de Luanda have shot their way to the top of the Nile Conference standings in Cairo, Egypt. The Angolan club has won its first three games in Cairo. Sonny will have an update on the Nile Conference action, as well as the National Basketball Association Playoffs. In NBA results Monday night, the Philadelphia 76ers beat the host Boston Celtics, 119-115. Philadelphia leads the second-round series, 1-0. And the Denver Nuggets defeated the visiting Phoenix Suns, 97-87. Denver leads the second-round series, 2-0.  

Health Chat is a live call-in program that addresses health issues of interest to Africa. The show puts listeners directly in touch with guest medical professionals. It includes a weekly feature spot, news and comments from listeners. The program is hosted by veteran health reporter Linord Moudou.

Africa News Tonight: Today, South Sudan’s government said Sudan’s warring military factions have agreed in principle today to a seven-day ceasefire starting Thursday and is offering to mediate the talks. Two Kenyan preachers have appeared in separate courts, accused of encouraging their followers to harm themselves to meet God. And, An annual report on press freedom for 2023 said the Egyptian media sector is dominated by pro-government outlets; most critical or opposition-oriented outlets have shut down. For this and more, stay tuned to Africa News Tonight!