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New Nigeria President Bola Tinubu has taken the reins of power in the country, Africa’s largest democracy, facing a range of endemic issues including corruption and security. International mediators are pressuring Sudan’s warring sides to abide by a shaky cease-fire, which has calmed the recent battle for the country but expires May 29. And, gay activists in Uganda are calling for a repeal of the recently-signed "Anti-Homosexuality" law, which allows for life imprisonment and the death penalty in some cases. For these stories and more, stay tuned to Africa News Tonight!

Sonny returns to the show Monday and tips off with VOA’s "Big Man from Bamako" Cheick Thiero who spoke to the 2023 Basketball Africa League’s (BAL) Most Valuable Player, Nuni Omot from South Sudan. This and more on today's Sonny Side of Sports!

Many Nigerians have cautiously welcomed new President Bola Tinubu to power, in light of serious concerns relating to poverty, innovation, and insecurity. The Namibian government is on alert after a man recently died from Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever, a dangerous viral disease better known as Congo fever. And, in the U.S., lawmakers are racing to find a deal to raise the government’s borrowing limit and prevent a potentially devastating debt crisis. For these stories and more, stay tuned to Africa News Tonight!