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On Daybreak Africa: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned of "further escalation" in Sudan's brutal conflict, This, after his spokesman Stephane Dujarric said the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and its allies agreed to form a parallel government. Plus, nearly 3.4 million people in Somalia are experiencing high levels of acute food insecurity. An opposition politician in the Democratic Republic of Congo was released from prison over the weekend. We’ll speak with his lawyer. Nigerians offer prayers for Pope Francis. Deadly floods in Botswana kill 9, and nearly 2,000 people are evacuated. A look at Americans’ views of the US economy after first month of Trump’s presidency. 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.

A new study by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies in Washington shows that fatalities and violent events linked to militant Islamist groups in Africa occurred at a near-record pace, with the Sahel and Somalia accounting for 79 percent of such deaths. Botswana authorities say at least nine people were confirmed dead, as rare flooding hit the semi-arid country after record rainfall. The Vatican says 88-year-old Pope Francis remains in critical condition but has shown a "slight improvement” after nearly two weeks in the hospital.

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.