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On Daybreak Africa: A civil society coalition is warning Nigerian authorities not to allow the United States and France to relocate their military bases from the Sahel to the Gulf of Guinea countries. Plus, USAID launches a $6M program for climate resilience efforts in Kenya. A civil society coalition is warning Zimbabwe’s parliament begins nationwide consultations about abolishing the death penalty. A Sierra Leone opposition member of parliament promises a monthly press conference to hold the government accountable. A Malawi judge drops corruption charges against Vice President Saulos Chilima. There are six months left before the U.S. presidential race between Democratic President Joe Biden and Republican candidate Donald Trump. 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.

The United States and other countries are pushing ahead with diplomatic efforts to establish a cease-fire between Israel and the militant Hamas group, as Israel threatens an assault on the Gaza city of Rafah. Hundreds of political parties and independent candidates have registered for South Africa’s election on May 29, as the ruling African National Congress faces the prospect of losing its majority for the first time. Egyptian businessman and Sinai militia leader Ibrahim al-Organi has been appointed head of Egypt's Arab Tribes Union, a paramilitary entity uniting five tribal groups under one umbrella to confront national security challenges.

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.