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On Daybreak Africa: The convener of a legal rights group in Nigeria says lawyers are ready to provide legal aid to protesters who might be arrested during protests August 1. Plus, South Africa’s African National Congress expels former President Jacob Zuma. An American Woman who runs a non-profit in Cameroon says the US can do more business in the West African country. The military junta in Guinea deploys Police officers in dozens of streets ahead of planned protests Wednesday. A female journalists’ group in Liberia takes steps to change the negative perception of women in media. For these 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.

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.