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On Daybreak Africa: Newly sworn-in President Donald Trump calls for a ‘revolution of common sense. Plus, we’ll speak with VOA’s chief national correspondent Steve Herman for more on the inauguration. An analyst says Africa should probably expect much of the same from the now 47th US president. We’ll also hear messages from ordinary Africans to the Trump administration. Israelis and Palestinians welcome the beginning of a six-week ceasefire. 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.

President Donald Trump got right to work upon his return to the White House on Monday, announcing numerous executive actions on top-line issues such as immigration and energy development and, in his inaugural address, promising to expand U.S territory. U.S. Senator Marco Rubio from Florida became the first of President Donald Trump's cabinet nominees to be sworn in, becoming Secretary of State today. Demographers say the first members of Generation Beta are being born this month, following on the heels of Millennials, Gen Z and Gen Alpha, and for those on the African continent, the future looks bright.

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.