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On Daybreak Africa: The United Nations envoy to Western Sahara Staffan de Mistura has proposed dividing the territory between Morocco and the pro-independence Polisario Front in order to resolve the decades-old conflict, according to the French News Agency (AFP). Plus, Kenya’s Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has been removed from office. Nigeria plans to review gasoline transport safety protocols after a deadly blast. Botswana’s electoral body warns the opposition about making rigging claims. Business and communication nosedive as Chad’s internet blackout enters day three. A move to overthrow the Speaker of Liberia’s House of Representatives leads to a fistfight. AND a look at how hurricanes Helene, Milton, might impact 2024 voting in the US. For these and more, tune in 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.