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On Daybreak Africa: Opponents and critics say Rwanda’s elections were neither free nor fair. Plus, the Eswatini government defends a 43-year jail sentence for two members of parliament. And a new study says women in East Africa are marginalized when it comes to roles in the media. Republican vice-presidential nominee, Senator J.D. Vance, addresses the party’s convention. The media work to combat disinformation on the Trump shooting. 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.

Today the world commemorates Nelson Mandela International Day, honoring his commitment to peace, equality, rights and a dignified life for all. Members of a U.S. presidential advisory council have approved a student exchange deal between an American college and a Nigerian university as part of its effort to strengthen collaboration on education, health, entrepreneurship and development between Africa and Africans living abroad. Last night, U.S. Senator J.D. Vance gave his first speech as former President Donald Trump’s vice-presidential running mate.