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On Daybreak Africa: ECOWAS Commissioner for Political Affairs and Security Abdel Fatau Musah says Nigeria President Tinubu’s election was unanimous because ECOWAS needs a strong leader to guide the region through these challenges. Tinubu’s election comes as the sub-region faces many challenges, including terrorism and unconstitutional changes of government in Burkina Faso, Guinea, and Mali. Plus, newly re-elected Sierra Leone President Julius Maada Bio begins to name his new government. Liberian political commentator and radio talk show host holds his long-anticipated news conference. Lawyers for Zimbabwe’s main opposition group plans to challenge Sunday’s court ruling upholding a government ban on the party’s political rally. For this and more tune 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 is a lively news magazine show featuring VOA correspondent reports, interviews with African officials, opposition leaders, NGOs and human rights activists. News feature stories look at science and technology, environmental issues, humanitarian topics, and the African diaspora.

Sonny has some 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup action as he profiles Chelsea and Australian star Sam Kerr who is widely considered one of the best female strikers of all time. Plus, in other sports related news, we hear from Tunisian tennis star Ons Jabeur who discusses her quarterfinal match against defending champion Elena Rybakina at Wimbledon. This and more on today’s Sonny Side of Sports !

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 is a lively news magazine show featuring VOA correspondent reports, interviews with African officials, opposition leaders, NGOs and human rights activists. News feature stories look at science and technology, environmental issues, humanitarian topics, and the African diaspora.