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On Daybreak Africa: At least 100 villagers and soldiers were killed in central Burkina Faso during a weekend attack on a village by al-Qaida-linked jihadis. Plus, US-Africa military conference will discuss the role of legal advisers in troop deployments. The DRC may not receive its first delivery of mpox vaccines this week as the virus impacts camps for internally displaced persons. Kenyan lawmakers debate a measure that would restrict protests. Nigerian customs authorities unveil modalities for massive food importation. Guineans debate a clause in their draft constitution calling for amnesty. The UN Secretary General discusses the humanitarian crisis caused by Sudan’s continuing conflict. Analysts say that Asian American voters differ in their cultures and political views. 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.

United Nations agencies warn that refugees and displaced families in the Democratic Republic of Congo and other African countries with mpox outbreaks are at particular risk of illness and death because of their living conditions. Tunisia's President Kais Saied announced a broad cabinet reshuffle of 19 ministers – nearly the entire government – ahead of the October 6th presidential election. Africa's first solar-powered tractor is undergoing field tests in Malawi, and some experts say it could help smallholder farmers improve crop yields.

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.